Papaya May Cut Cervical Cancer Risk by 81% in Women With HPV

Papaya

Papaya May Cut Cervical Cancer Risk by 81% in Women With HPV: Just one serving per week of papaya was all it took to reduce the risk of developing cervical cancer by a stunning 81% in women with HPV, according to this study out of Brazil. In fact, this super-fruit was the most powerful single dietary item of any fruit or vegetable analyzed in this study. Why is papaya so powerful? It’s a great source of cancer fighting antioxidants like beta-carotene, 

lycopene and beta-cryptoxanthin—each of which may reduce cervical cancer risk by as much as 60%. But there’s something special about papaya, because researchers recently discovered that our bodies absorb these crucial nutrients far better from papaya than from other sources like carrots or tomatoes—in fact, up to 300% better. How? The answer is fascinating: this super fruit stores these antioxidants in unique micro-crystalline structures which greatly enhance their availability upon digestion. 

Papaya is also very rich in potassium, and is therefore one of the most alkalizing fruits available, with nearly double the alkalizing power of pure lemon juice! It’s great plain, mixed with yogurt, or as part of your favorite smoothie recipes. This low-calorie super fruit deserves special consideration as part of any healthy, fruit and vegetable centered diet meant to improve health and reduce cancer risk.