Steem Health Contest-1 | Favorite Fruit of Summer and Its Health Benefits | The Participants Update by @loice-jane

good day all, this is my first contest in this community.i will be talking about the favorite fruit for summer and it health benefits

Papaya

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Introduction carica papaya is a scientific name for papaya. It's a tropical American evergreen tree. It's orange color, like that of papaya flesh. It tastes sweet and has a soft texture that many find appealing. The seeds are also edible although they're better.

Health benefitscontcont

1. protection against heart disease:

1. immune system:

eating foods high in vitamin c help to boost the immune system, allowing the body to fight off bacterial and viral illness.

1. Bone health:

because of it's vitamin K, it will help to reduce the risk of fracture.

1. Digestion

: papaya contain an enzyme called papain that acids digestion; in fact it can be used as a meat tenderizer.
Papaya is low-calorie, sweet-tasting fruit that full of vitamins and minerals. And the best part is you can enjoy every part of the fruit, from it's flesh to it's seeds.

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thanks to @shahriar33 for this awesome contest
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