Phytomedical Properties of <i>Carica papaya</i> for Boosting Human Immunity Against Viral Infections
<i>Carica papaya</i>, a tropical fruit-bearing plant, has attracted significant attention for its diverse phytomedical properties and its ability to regulate both innate and adaptive immunity, making it a promising natural therapeutic agent. <i>C. papaya</i> is rich in bioact...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2025-02-01
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| Series: | Viruses |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/17/2/271 |
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| Summary: | <i>Carica papaya</i>, a tropical fruit-bearing plant, has attracted significant attention for its diverse phytomedical properties and its ability to regulate both innate and adaptive immunity, making it a promising natural therapeutic agent. <i>C. papaya</i> is rich in bioactive compounds that play a multifaceted role in immunomodulation. These bioactive constituents have demonstrated efficacy not only against the dengue virus but also against other viral infections, including COVID-19 (Corona Virus Disease 2019), Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Zika virus, and others. The antiviral effects of <i>C. papaya</i> are achieved through its ability to enhance host immunity, mitigate inflammation, reduce oxidative stress, inhibit viral replication, and modulate immune responses. These mechanisms highlight its potential as a candidate for antiviral therapies, paving the way for further exploration of its pharmacological applications and promoting eco-friendly, accessible healthcare solutions for combating viral diseases. This review highlights the antiviral potential of <i>C. papaya</i> extracts in inhibiting viral replication and modulating immune responses, emphasizing the need for further studies and clinical trials to validate their efficacy against other medically significant viruses causing human diseases. |
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| ISSN: | 1999-4915 |