Ana Maria Braga shares papaya seed habit for intestinal health

Brazilian presenter Ana Maria Braga has sparked public interest regarding intestinal health after sharing her personal dietary habit. During a broadcast of Globo Rural, she revealed that she consumes papaya daily, specifically including the seeds, to maintain regularity.

Braga noted that omitting the seeds from her diet makes bowel movements more difficult. Nutritionist Felipe França noted that papaya seeds are a concentrated source of nutrients essential for digestive health, being rich in fibers, vitamins, and minerals such as magnesium, iron, and vitamin B6.