The search for treatment support measures from nature is receiving attention, in which papaya stands out thanks to scientific studies proving its liver-protective effects.
A study published in the World Journal of Hepatology has shown that papaya juice can improve non-alcoholic fatty liver condition in obese mice.
Accordingly, supplementing papaya juice helps reduce body weight, reduce cholesterol and triglycerides in the liver, and reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.
Other studies show that green papaya extract has the ability to stimulate glucose uptake. This can help control blood sugar and prevent metabolic diseases.
However, it should be noted that the above studies are mainly conducted on animals or cells. Therefore, the effectiveness of papaya for fatty liver in humans still needs to be confirmed through clinical trials.
Currently, there are no official recommendations from international health organizations on the use of papaya as a main treatment for fatty liver.
Although papaya, especially green papaya, has the potential to support the treatment of fatty liver thanks to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, the use of papaya should be considered a supplement to a healthy diet, instead of an official treatment method.
Patients should consult a doctor before using papaya as part of their treatment plan.
