Papaya Dried Without Sugar

Dried papaya is the dried form of the papaya fruit, scientifically known as Carica papaya. Native to the American tropics and Central America, papaya fruit can be eaten raw, but is widely dried so that it can be stored for longer periods of time.

The fruit is largely water (about 88%), but when dried, it becomes a nutritious snack that can be refreshing and beneficial to your health. Packed with various enzymes, minerals and antioxidants, this papaya can be sweetened or unsweetened.

The top health benefits of dried papaya include:

• It can help in weight gain
• It can help boost energy
• It can help improve vision
• It can help boost cellular function
• It can prevent macular degeneration
• It can help in skin care
• It can help improve digestion
• It can help lower cholesterol levels
• It can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases
• The potentially high levels of carotenoids and antioxidants present in dried papaya help reduce the risk of many diseases.
• If you are recovering from an injury or illness, these dried fruits can be a good way to gain your weight back and provide an energetic boost.
• Skin health will also benefit from the antioxidants and vitamins, while the high level of soluble fiber will normalize digestion.