
In most Indian households, raw papaya is consumed as a subzi or added to the curries, but do you know drinking the juice of raw papaya has more benefits than cooking? In several Asian and oriental cuisines, raw papaya is consumed in the form of salad, stews, juice and smoothies due to their potent health benefits. Packed with vitamins A, C, and antioxidants, it is said to strengthen the immune system. However, the raw or green variety of papaya is often overlooked, but here are 5 reasons why raw papaya juice needs to make it into your diet.