• female
• 50 Years
• 31/03/2021

Is papaya good for diabetics?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 2+ Yrs

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Yes, in moderation. Natural antioxidants within the fruit make papaya a great choice for diabetics.

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