Tropical Papaya

Papaya has been viewed as one of the most beneficialof tropical fruit grown in Belize properties. The tree is small and bushy with a hollow trunk its large leaves are palmate like and its fruit has smoothskin.Papayas are usually picked in a green state and allowed to ripen which at this stage the flesh is sweet and juicy and similar in taste to melons.


Papaya arean excellent  for growing children, pregnant women and nursing mothers and is a great idea to plant a few in any rainforest property in Belize as the tree doesn’t require much space.Papaya is an energy giving food which can boost you up before taking a nature walk around better in Belize eco-lodge.It also has the daily requirements of some essential nutrients such as proteins, minerals and vitamins.

Purchasing a few fresh papayas and taking it back to your off-grid living rentalin Belize is ideal it is recognized for its remarkable medicinal qualities which is aiding in digestiveproblems such asindigestion. However, papayas are not only used for its medical purposes but also as asource of flavoring in candies, jellies, preserves, and ice cream. When the papayas are not as ripe shallow cuts are made on the surface of the skin and a white sap oozes out called papain this is used in cosmetics and in some toothpastes, shampoos, and facial creams.

Planting a few trees at better in Belizeeco-community is another great idea as the leaves are also used for stomach ailment. If the ripe papaya is eaten regularly it corrects habitual constipation, bleeding piles and chronic diarrhea.  Some other conditions treated include intestinal worms, skin disorders,menstrualirregulating, cirrhosis of the liver, throat disorder and spleen enlargement.

For more interesting uses and medicinal facts on fruits in the best intentional communities in Belizevisit our site us at http://www.betterinbelize.com or email us at info@betterinbelize.com. You can also call us Toll- Free from North America 1-877-836-2756.


Location: Belize

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