Papaya Seed Hacks
If you’re anything like me, you’re also addicted to papaya.
And if you’re anything like me, then you hate seeing any part of of a big beautiful fruit go to waste.
Good news!
I have a few tricks up my sleeve about how you can use your papaya seeds in a few ways that means less food waste & happier bellies.
Win win!
Ingredients
Whole papaya (preferably organic, only because non-organic ones are often GMO and sometimes don’t have any seeds in them! Wtf)
Instructions
1. Gut health
Option 1 for papaya seed use is simple: eat a few seeds! If you’ve never tried a papaya seed before, you might be in for a shock, because they have a STRONG flavor to say the least. Eating up to 1 teaspoon is okay (not that you’d want anymore than that).
⁃ Papaya seeds are powerful antioxidants, especially high in polyphenols and flavonoids. These two compounds are great ways to fight infections, disease & keep your gut health happy.
⁃ Meaning, try to incorporate 5-10 seeds a day (you can save them in the fridge). They’ve also been said to aid in digestion.
2. Black Pepper Substitute
Next one is drying the seeds (oven or dehydrator), grind them into powder & use as a black pepper substitute!
⁃ Now that you know a little more about the health benefits, you can see why this would pack a powerful punch to your everyday meals.
⁃ Similar to black pepper, a little but goes a long way! So no need to adjust the quantity when spicing things.
3. Face Scrub
The last one is less about food for your mouth, as much as it is about food for your SKIN. That’s right, homemade chemical peel coming your way.
⁃ Let me start by saying this should only be done 1-2 week, because it is super strong. It should only be left on for 15 mins MAX, to avoid burning or irritation.
⁃ Topically, these powerful seeds pack the same punch that they do when injected. Meaning, they clean up, tighten & brighten our skin all naturally.
⁃ Crush the seeds (by hand or food processor) until consistency of course sand. Mix with a bit of the papaya meat. This will provide a more soothing effect in conjunction with the stinging of the seeds. You can also use coconut oil instead of the meat (or both together) if you’re comfortable putting coconut oil on your face.
⁃ Spread onto face and neck, and sit for as long as you can bare (haha). Or up to 15 mins (absolute MAX!)
⁃ Rinse off and moisturize as you like to. Your face will feel like a baby’s bum!
