Papaya was called "fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus, and for good reason. One of nature's wonders, fresh papaya improves digestion and prevents heart disease, arthritis, lung disease, and eye disorders. And with it's antioxidants, flavoniods, plus loads of vitamins and minerals, papaya will help you fight off cold and flu viruses and help keep you healthy through the winter. Papaya is high in: vitamins C, A, K, E, plus magnesium, folate, beta carotene, and lutein, and more.
Papayas come in various shapes and sizes. Hawaiian papayas are smaller and are pear-shaped, while Carribean and Asian papayas are long and quite large (like this one). Both are delicious.
When shopping for a ripe papaya: look for skin that is turning from green to yellow. Also, you should be able to press your thumb slightly into the flesh. If it's too soft or mushy, or if it has a sweet smell to it, the papaya is overripe. Finally, look for skin that is fairly smooth, not cracked or torn.
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