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What is Papain?
Papain, also known as papaya proteinase. It is the namesake member of the papain-like protease family. Papain is a proteolytic enzyme extracted from the raw fruit of the papaya plant. It is used to make medicine. Papain is sometimes used for sore throat. It is also used for insect bites. Proteolytic enzymes help break proteins down into smaller protein fragments called peptides and amino acids. This is why papain is a popular ingredient in meat tenderizers.
Papain Benefits:
Papain contains substances that may help fight infection. Papain is used for pain and swelling (inflammation) as well as fluid retention following trauma and surgery. It is used as a digestive aid and for treating parasitic worms, inflammation of the throat and pharynx, shingles (herpes zoster) symptoms, ongoing diarrhea, hay fever, runny nose, and a skin condition called psoriasis. Papain is also used along with conventional treatments for tumors. papain directly helps the skin to treat infected wounds, sores, and ulcers.
Benefits Include:
- Bone & Joint Support
- Digestive Support
- Immune Support
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