Papaya are high in vitamin C

Papayas are extremely high in vitamin C and also provide lots of beta-carotene, folate, magnesium and potassium. Papayas differ in size and shape, and the color of the flesh inside may be yellow, pinkish-orange or red. Because of these color differences, it's difficult to judge ripeness by color.

Studies suggest that eating more fruits can really help lower blood cholesterol. Vegetables and fruits contain dietary fiber that can bind up cholesterol in the digestive tract and keep it from being absorbed into the body.