Papaya Leaf Extract Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Papaya leaf extract is a dietary supplement derived from the leaves of the papaya plant. Papaya is native to Central America where it has long been used in traditional medicine. Today, papaya grows in tropical regions around the world where it continues to be used in herbal medicine, including the benefits of its leaves and leaf juices and extracts.^1,2

Papaya Leaf Extract Health Uses and Health Benefits

Papaya leaf extract’s main health benefit is its natural antimicrobial activity, specifically being able to kill off certain bacteria and viruses. For this reason, it's used in tropical regions to treat infections like dengue, syphilis and septic wounds. Papaya leaf extract has also been studied for its effectiveness in treating breast cancer by stopping cancer cells from multiplying and causing them to die off.^1,2,3

References

1. https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/papaya-leaf 
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3757281/ 
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29023013