Maradol Papaya

The Maradol variety of papaya has become distinguished in recent years for its flavor and hight nutritional conten, in addition to its prolonged shelf life which allows for the consumer to enjoy a more appealing presentation.

Because of these qualities, Mexican grown papaya has been recognized nationally as well as in the U.S. and Canada as consumer favorite.

The chief characteristics which distinguish MonteRico papaya from others are:

• Its yellowish-orange exterior color and intense salmon red interior color.
• Its long bell shaped body.
• Its great consistency, aroma and flavor.
• Its year round harvest.
• Its content of properties that aid in digestion processes.
• Its prolonged shelf life.
• Its high nutritional value, in particular in vitamin A.
• Its average weight of between 1.5 and 2.6 kg. (3.3 - 5.7 lbs).
• Its versality in form of preparation.
• Its ideal shape and size for commercialization.

Benefits of Consuming Papaya

In addition to its high water content, the papaya's main component is carbon hydrates, the majority simple, though in small amounts, causing its low caloric value.

Among the nutricional properties of the papaya is it papaina content, an enzyme which breaks down proteins and accelerating the digestive process. Papaya is also an excellent antacid and is even used in several countries as a natural sedative.

Furthermore, papaya is rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C and aides in the contribution of calcium and potassium.

Papaya's Nutritional Value