Pawpaw is more than just a fruit Pawpaw activates the digestive process. Pawpaw is ~88.8% water, almost as much as a melon (92%). Nutritional Composition : Carbohydrates - contains very minimal amounts (8%) Proteins and Fats are also in minimal amounts Vitamins - pawpaw has high amounts of the RDA (recommended daily allowance ) of vitamins ; Vitamin C and Vitamin A Minerals - pawpaw is rich in Potassium and has significant amounts of Calcium, Magnesium , Phosphorus and Iron. Pectin ( soluble vegetable fibre ) makes 1.8% **** pawpaw is very easy to digest and contributes to the digestion of other foods. Therapeutic Indications Stomach Disorders : recommended in cases of difficult digestion ,gastric prolapse (...) ,gastritis (...) and anytime digestion is affected by inflammation of the gastric mucosa (...) **** pawpaw helps neutralize excess gastric acid. It is also beneficial in cases of gastroduodenal ulcer (intestinal), hiatal hernia (...) and pyrosis ( heartburn ). Biliary Dyspepsia and Chronic Pancreatitis : pawpaw is of value because of its effect on all digestive processes and its very low fat content. Intestinal Disorders: Pawpaw has an antiseptic effect on the digestive mucosa and makes it useful in any type of gastroenteritis (acute diarrhea and vomiting of infectious cause ) or colitis ( infection , ulcerous or spastic /irritable bowel ) **** it is recommended for infectious diarrhea . **** pawpaw fights intestinal parasites especially Tape worm. Skin Disorders : Pawpaw is a part of suggested diet for skin disorders such as eczema, furuncolosis and acne because of its richness in proVit A.
Posted on: Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:28:43 +0000
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