An unusual combination in papaya (Carica papaya): The good (glucosinolates) and the bad (cyanogenic glycosides)

► Unusual combination of papaya glucosinolates + cyanogenic glycosides were reviewed. ► Both originate from same amino acid and synthesised via initially similar pathway. ► Glucosinolates are precusors to the human chemoprotective isothiocyanates. ► Cyanogenic glycosides potentially detrimental to human health.