Papaya sap (also known as papaya latex) has many uses in folk medicine and in industry thanks to its special enzyme composition, especially papain . Here are some of the main uses:

🌿 HOW TO USE PAPAYA LACTIC IN DETAIL ACCORDING TO EACH USE

1. ✅ Meat tenderizer – Papain enzyme in plastic

Making:

Take fresh papaya latex (about 1-2 drops), mix with a little water.

Use this mixture to marinate the meat for about 15–30 minutes before cooking.

Then rinse again to remove the smell and bitter taste.

👉 Note: Do not use too much, because the plastic will make the meat mushy.

2. ✅ Treat warts and calluses

Use:

Clean the affected area.

Use a cotton swab to apply a drop of fresh resin (opaque white) to the exact area that needs treatment.

Let dry naturally, do 1-2 times/day.

Maintain for 5–7 days or until the wart falls off.

👉 Note:

Do not let the sap spread to healthy skin as it may cause blistering.

May cause mild stinging, if too stinging then stop.

3. ✅ Deworming (folk remedies)

Prescription:

Mix 5–7 drops of fresh papaya latex with 1 teaspoon of honey.

Take in the morning on an empty stomach .

Then about 2 hours later drink a glass of warm water mixed with a little diluted salt to expel worms.

👉 Should only be used for 1-2 consecutive days , do not abuse. ⚠️ People with stomach problems or children, pregnant women should NOT use.

4. ✅ Digestive support (prepared form, no fresh resin)

Papain enzyme extracted from papaya latex is often made into capsules or digestive powder .

Do not drink fresh latex directly because it can easily cause ulcers or gastritis.

If you want to use it, you should choose a pre-made product (bought at a pharmacy or health food store).

5. ✅ Mild anti-inflammatory, antiseptic

How to use (doing it yourself is not recommended):

Dilute papaya latex with water (1:10).

Use a cotton swab to gently dab on small wounds and mild infections.

Can be applied once daily, but discontinue if skin irritation occurs.

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE

Things to avoid
Reason

Not for use by pregnant women
Causes uterine contractions, which can lead to miscarriage.

Do not apply resin to sensitive skin areas.
May cause blistering, severe irritation.

Do not overdose on fresh sap.
Easily causes mucosal ulcers, severe abdominal pain.

Avoid contact with eyes and mouth.
Very dangerous if it comes into contact with mucous membranes.

Always test on a small area of ​​skin first.
To test for allergic reactions.