Here are some health benefits of prickly pear.
1. May Reduce Inflammation
In traditional medicine, prickly pear fruit was mashed and applied topically to parts of the body that were inflamed. When consumed, the antioxidants and minerals that may be present in prickly pears can lower inflammation, particularly in conditions like arthritis, gout, or muscle strain.
2. May Have Antioxidant Potential
The antioxidants in prickly pears may protect the skin, lower the chances of premature aging, improve vision, prevent macular degeneration, and increase the strength and of your brain. The consumption of prickly pear provides the body with high levels of tocopherol and beta-carotene both of which are known to be very beneficial for the skin.
3. May Protect Heart Health
There are several components of prickly pears that can make them very good for heart health. First of all, the potentially high levels of fiber in the fruit can help lower the levels of LDL cholesterol in the body.
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