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Nutrition and Benefits of Papaya Fruit to Relieve Stomach Acid




"Papaya fruit contains many important nutrients for health. This sweet fruit is also
often used to relieve stomach acid. This is thanks to the content of an enzyme called
papain, an important ingredient in relieving stomach acid.

Apart from its sweet and delicious taste, papaya fruit contains antioxidants which are useful
for relieving stomach acid . In addition, this fruit is also good for the body's digestive system.

 Rich in Important Nutrients

An enzyme called papain is one of the important ingredients in papaya in relieving stomach
acid. Papain can break down the hard protein chains found in muscle meat.

Interestingly, even unripe papaya can be eaten. However, pregnant women should wait for
the papaya to really ripen. Because unripe fruit contains high latex, which can stimulate
contractions.

Regarding nutrition, one small papaya fruit (152 grams) contains:

 Calories: 59 kcal.
 Carbohydrates: 15 grams.
 Fiber: 3 grams.
 Proteins: 1 gram.
 Vitamin C: 157% .
 Vitamin A: 33%.
 Folate (vitamin B9): 14%.
 Potassium: 11%.




 Relieves Stomach Acid

Stomach acid can recur when the sufferer eats fried foods, preservative foods, spicy, sour,
caffeinated, and certain drugs. That is the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This
includes staying away from stomach acid, and consuming fruits and vegetables that can deal
with stomach acid naturally.

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