Platelets are found in the blood and are the small cells that help produce clots to stop bleeding, as well as heal wounds faster. When levels of platelets decrease (thrombocytopenia), the person may have bleeding issues, or take more time to heal. So, we can restore platelet levels with the right food or treatment.

There are many natural choices to increase your platelets, but kiwi and papaya are often used.

Vitamin C for Immune System

Kiwi fruit is high in vitamin C (ascorbic acid) which helps strengthen the immune system, as well as, blood vessels. Papaya is a source of vitamin C but slightly less than kiwi fruit.

Folate and Formation of Blood

Kiwi contains folate, a B vitamin that helps build red blood cells and platelets.
Papaya leaves have been used for dengue fever to increase the level of platelets very effectively particularly as juice.

Antioxidant Properties that Protect your Platelets

Kiwi fruit has strong antioxidants including polyphenols and carotenoids that can help protect platelets by damage and good for recovery.
Papaya has beta-carotene and flavonoids to help protect the body from infection and help recovery processes too.

Better Digestion of Food and Absorb More Nutrients

Kiwi contains actinidin which has digestive properties and can enhance absorption of various nutrients.
Papaya contains papain, which can help digestion and assist the body to use the nutrients available for building platelets.

Hydration and Electrolyte Balance

Kiwi is a source of hydration and contains potassium that is important during a time of illness or fever.
Papaya has a high water content that hydrates the body and maintains the health of cells.

Decreasing Inflammation

Kiwi decreases inflammation in the body, allowing bone marrow to increase the production of platelets.
Papaya contains natural enzymes including chymopapain and papain that can decrease swelling and aide recovery.

Conclusion: Papaya is the clear winner here

Kiwi and papaya are both packed with nutrients, and both support the immune system while we are sick and the digestion and recovery system afterwards.
However, papaya is more effective when it comes to natural increases in platelet count, especially it’s leaves, which has had a long history of use in traditional medicine.

Papaya is often inexpensive, available, and is particularly great while experiencing fevers like dengue. Overall, papaya is a better option for being helpful.

Also Read: What Not To Do After Meals: Tips For Better Digestion

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