Papaya is a tropical fruit that is consumed mainly for its pulp, which is usually orange in color and has a sweet and juicy flavor. Its dried seeds are also used. It can be taken as fresh fruit, cooked or in various preparations such as ice cream, soft drinks and jellies. It is a low calorie and highly digestive food. Benefits for your health: With half a papaya, almost twice the daily needs of vitamin C and a quarter of provitamin A are covered in the form of beta-carotene. 38% of the contribution of folic acid is also satisfied, and almost 20% of vitamin E. Papaya has a hidden asset: papain, a proteolytic enzyme, named for its ability to break down proteins. Papaya is also rich in potassium; half a piece provides the sixth part that the body needs per day of this mineral. In addition, it provides soluble fiber, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, alpha linolenic acid (from the family of omega 3 oils), alkaloids that regulate blood pressure; phenols and lycopene, with antioxidant action.