Papaya & Banana Juice: An Ayurvedic Recipe for Digestive Aid and Energy Booster

A Digestive Duo

Papaya and banana are both gentle yet effective aids to digestion. Papaya’s enzymes, particularly papain, help break down proteins and complex carbohydrates, while banana fiber promotes regular bowel movements and maintains a healthy gut microbiome. Together, they form a powerful digestive duo, easing discomfort, bloating, and constipation.

Energy Booster and Immune Support

This Ayurvedic elixir is not only a digestive aid but also an energy booster and immune support system. Banana, rich in potassium, helps regulate blood pressure and muscle function, while papaya, with its high vitamin C content, strengthens the immune system and promotes collagen synthesis for healthy skin and connective tissues.

Ayurvedic Papaya and Banana Juice Recipe

To reap the full benefits of papaya and banana, consider incorporating this simple Ayurvedic juice recipe into your daily routine:

• 1 cup ripe papaya, including 2 ripe seeds
• 1 banana
• 1 tbsp shelled hemp seeds
• 1 tsp fresh ginger; root, peeled and diced
• ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
• 1 cup warm water

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Enjoy the fresh papaya and banana juice immediately.

Aparna K. BAMS, MD, PhD

Aparna is one of the few specialists worldwide with a PhD in Ayurveda. Born into an Ayurvedic family which operates a traditional Ayurvedic Panchakarma hospital in Kerala, India, she grew up observing her father, the renowned Dr Padmanabhan.