Research: Papaya Effectively Prevent Cancer

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In addition to launching the gastrointestinal tract, preventing constipation, papaya was also able to prevent cancer.

Papaya contain lycopene, which is known as a substance that is very effective in preventing and combating the spread of cancer cells.

Recent study found that lycopene stimulates the rate of cell in the body's defense against cancer. This can prevent DNA damage and inhibit the spread of cancer, as reported by Men'sHealth.

Researchers from the University of Florida found that the papaya is effective as an anticancer agent against cancers such as cervical, breast, liver, lungs and pancreas. The study was published in the journal Ethnopharmacology.

Researchers conducted tests using a tea made from dried papaya leaf extract. The fruit is known to boost the chemicals that regulate the immune system.

Dr. Nam Dang University of Florida say that the extra papaya tested in the laboratory has no toxic side effects against normal cells, so that possibility can be used as alternative medicine. However, further research is still needed to determine the effect it produces when it enters the body.

In addition to lycopene, found another papaya also contain a source of vitamin C, potassium and folic acid which makes it a very healthy fruit.

Fruits and vegetables that contain lycopene include tomatoes, watermelon, grapes are also carrots.

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