Filipino 9, Dula

Defatted and undefatted seeds of papaya (Carica papaya) were analyzed for

proximate composition, some toxicants, sugar composition, mineral content,
physico-chemical properties of the seed oil and the fatty acid spectrum of the
seed oil. The seed is a rich source of proteins (27·8% undefatted, 44·4%
defatted), lipids (28·3% undefatted) and crude fibre (22·6% undefatted, 31·8%
defatted).

The anti-inflammatory activity of an ethanolic extract of Carica papaya leaves

was investigated in rats using carrageenan induced paw oedema, cotton pellet
granuloma and formaldehyde induced arthritis models. Experimental animals
received 25–200 mg/Kg (orally) of the extracts or saline (control group) and
the reference group received 5 mg/ Kg of indomethacin.

Peanuts are a common food allergen. The increased prevalence of peanut food
allergy in recent years has led food processors to be more proactive in their
responsibility for preventing peanut contamination by implementing good
manufacturing practices (GMPs) and allergen control programs.