Papaya is the fruit of the Carica papaya plant. Papaya contains an enzyme called papain, which is helpful for inflammation and pain management. The ripe papaya can be eaten raw. The fruit also has many black seeds, which are edible but bitter. The seeds may be used for antiparasetic purposes. Papaya is rich in vitamin A, C folate and potassium. It has trace amounts of calcium and magnesium.