Papaya seeds should therefore be viewed as a food or traditional ingredient—not a replacement for medical treatment.
1. 🌱 Digestive Health
Papaya seeds have traditionally been consumed to support digestion.
Their naturally occurring compounds may interact with the digestive system, while the seeds themselves provide plant compounds that can be incorporated into a varied diet.
If you experience persistent bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, or other digestive symptoms, however, it’s important to determine the underlying cause rather than relying on papaya seeds alone.
2. 🦠 What About Intestinal Parasites?
One of the most frequently repeated claims about papaya seeds is that they can eliminate intestinal worms.
There has been some preliminary research, including small human studies, investigating papaya seed preparations and intestinal parasites. However, this evidence is not strong enough to recommend papaya seeds as a substitute for established antiparasitic medicines.
If a parasitic infection is suspected, proper diagnosis and treatment are important.
