How to eat papaya seeds and honey?

Papayas are tropical fruits that contain an abundance of health benefits. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. However, most people tend to ignore the seeds when consuming papayas. Did you know that papaya seeds have a host of benefits too? Yes! Consuming these small black-colored seeds can improve your digestion, boost your immune system, reduce inflammation in your body and much more.

On the other hand ‘Honey’, nature’s sweet nectar is loaded with nutritional value as well – from weight management to cough suppression. Plus it has antimicrobial properties that helps keep bacteria at bay.

Of course eating honey along with something else brings out its best properties!

In this article we will be delving into the wonderful world of papaya seed consumption by combining it with honey’s natural sweetness while exploring ways on how one could consume them both for maximum health benefits!

Why Should You Consider Eating Papaya Seeds And Honey Together?

Eating raw papaya seeds might not be everyone’s cup of tea because they taste incredibly bitter! But fear not for honey is here to save us all! Mixing honey with ground or chewed up papaya seeds balances out some bitterness while adding a sweet flavor making them easier to consume.

If consumed together regularly ,the combination can offer several medicinal advantages such as:

  • It aids in digestion
  • Works as an Anti-inflammatory / Antimicrobial Boost
  • Could Combat Parasites
  • Helps With Menstrual Pain
  • Rich source of Nutrients
    So let’s get started and see how we can incorporate this winning combo into our daily diets without much fuss !

Step 1 : Obtain Some Fresh Ripe Papayas

Before we begin understanding how to eat the two components together ,it goes without saying you require fresh ripe pawpaws which come packed with fragrant aroma .A papaya that is ready to be consumed should feel soft and tender when squeezed. Unscented or greenish-yellow papayas are still in a ripening phase so it’s better we wait till they ripen entirely .

Step 2: Pickling The Seeds Can Offer A Delicious Flavorful Twist

Papaya seeds offer a unique flavour which can add zing to your salads, sandwiches or any dish really! If you have some extra time up your sleeve try pickling them for long term storage without losing their medicinal qualities.

Here’s how :

  1. scoop out the seeds from ripe fruit
  2. clean them nicely with water
  3. soak the seeds in vinegar for about 24-48 hours depending on toughness and taste preference .Once soaked these will soften often acquire an earthy mustard-ish smell
  4. You could add some salt, sugar , garlic or ginger if you would like more savory flavors.
  5. Store in the fridge -these can last several months!

The beauty of pickled papaya seed is it doesn’t have the unpleasant bitterness commonly associated with normal raw seed consumption.

Step 3 : Consuming Papaya Seeds And Honey Together

Now that we’ve taken care of preparing our seeds let’s dive into consuming them!

One way to consume both ingredients together is by:

Method #1: Grinding Into A paste

A foolproof way of adding this mixture daily into your diet routine is by grounding fresh pieces of papaya flesh along with its seed mixtures,and combining honey at end along side finished product .
This paste can be added onto toast.Might even consider sandwiching cucumber slices within bread slices topped with this spread .Lunch game levelled up !

Nutritional Benefits Of Method #1:

• High Fiber content found within mashed pulp /seeds
• This option May combat intestinal parasites – benefits may include a reduction in harmful bacteria from gastrointestinal system.
• Honey is rich in antioxidants that help to prevent the growth of free radicals.

Method #2 : Chewing Up Raw Seeds

If you’re tough enough and want more immediate gratification, try chewing on fresh papaya seeds and chase it with some honey! The bitterness of seed may be overpowering but a spoonful or two can awaken taste-buds .

Nutritional Benefits Of Method #2:

•Effective way of fending off bacterial infections
• Helps combat side effects regular antibiotic causes such as diarrhea yikes!
•Contains digestive enzymes – breaks down protein easily therefore aiding digestion

Tips And Tricks

Just like every good thing, everything must be done with moderation. Here are some tips to keep in mind while consuming Papaya seed and honey

  • If you have never eaten this before start slowly
  • High Consumption raw could lead to gastrointestinal distress
  • Replace Sugar with Honey In Baked Recipes especially if adding papaya within recipe mix for better results.

Final Thoughts

There’s no denying the fact that incorporating papayas into your diet boost overall health – plus the addition of honey just makes it sweeter (pun intended) . Make sure though ,to pick out ripe fruit though since unripe pawpaws contain latex which may trigger allergies. Start small when trying out new food options ; maybe first time pair consumption was not favorable dreamy experience however over time its optimal nutrition value will far exceed any facetious doubts ! Hopefully these various methods can assist someone looking towards making their journey to healthier life just tad bit easier!

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