It is abundant in the enzyme «papain» which is said to breakdown protein, which is why grated raw papaya is often used as a meat tenderiser in Indian cooking. (saffrontrail.com)
Like bromelain, papain is commonly used as a meat tenderiser in the form of a papain powder. (supernaturalacnetreatment.com)
Bromelain has many interesting functions; it can be used as meat tenderiser, it can dissolve and weaken warts, and it's the reason why raw pineapple flesh makes your tongue tingle... (supernaturalacnetreatment.com)