Paw
Paw has several health benefits. It is a good source of Vitamins A and
C; contains Calcium, Thiamin and Niacin, and is low in calories, making
it ideal for diabetics. Because it has low acidity, Paw Paw is an
excellent fruit for persons with stomach ailments. It is thought that
paw paw soothes the stomach and helps maintain the health of the gastro
intestinal tract.
Ripe Paw Paw, which is orange in colour, is used as a fresh fruit by
itself or with a twist of lime, in fruit salads, and can be blended
into drinks. Green paw paw is used to tenderise meat since it contains
papain, an enzyme that breaks down protein. Indeed, a Paw Paw a day
will make you come out and play.