Prickly Pear Fruit

Prickly pear can be a good addition to your favorite fruit-based dishes since it has been linked to antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticlastogenic abilities. Prickly pear is high in fiber, rich in antioxidants, carotenoids, and essential fatty acids, and contains minerals like calcium, potassium, and magnesium.

Initial research has revealed that prickly pear may be beneficial in promoting weight loss and helping address Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol levels, colitis, diarrhea and benign enlargement of the prostate gland.