Aperçu
La papaye est la plante Carica papaya, l’une des 22 espèces acceptées dans le genre Carica de la famille des Caricaceae. Il est originaire des tropiques des Amériques, peut-être d’Amérique centrale et du sud du Mexique.
Valeur nutritive
Calories (100g) : 206 Cal
Macronutriments (% Daily Value*)
Matières grasses totales· 0,6 g (0%)
Glucides totaux· 56 g (18%)
Fibres alimentaires· 1,5 g(5%)
Sucre · 52 g(0%)
Protéine · 0,1 g (1%)
Effets sur la santé
Avantages
- Papaya has a powerful antioxidant effects. Free radicals are reactive molecules created during your body’s metabolism. Antioxidants, including the carotenoids found in papayas, can neutralize free radicals.
- Papaya has anticancer properties. Research suggests that the lycopene in papaya can reduce cancer risks.
- Papaya may improve digestion. The papain enzyme in papaya can make protein easier to digest.
Effets secondaires possibles
- Papaya might harm the esophagus. Unripe papaya fruit contains papaya latex, which contains an enzyme called papain. Eating a lot of papain might damage the esophagus.
- Papaya can trigger a reaction in people allergic to latex.
Recommandations quantitatives
- Papaya is a nutritious fruit, with fiber and vitamins. Eat too much of it, however, and you may increase your risk for gas or bloating due to papaya’s fiber content.
