Papaya for Heartburn

Carica papaya

Papaya, the tropical fruit, aids digestion and serve as a natural heartburn remedy.

Papaya as a heartburn home remedy

Fresh papaya is not always easy to find. Dried papaya can be used but should be eaten in small amounts.

Method

Eat papaya before meals or at first sign of symptoms.

Why agent works

Papaya contains papain, an enzyme found in papayas, that aids digestion.

Precautions

If you have a latex allergy please consult a doctor before eating papaya. If you are pregnant you should avoid papaya.

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