Prickly Pears
Rich in magnesium
Helps to fight stress
Can enhance your focus
Prickly pears or cactus figs are fruits derived from a cactus. The plant produces a beautiful flower from which a tremendously healthy fruit grows.
The fruits are about 2.7 inches to 3.9 inches in size. Be careful when grasping them because there are tiny hairs on the shell.
Prickly pears are not so much tropical fruits because they actually grow well in hot dry climates.
These fruits draw all the nutrients in dry areas to themselves, resulting in an incredibly healthy and flavorful fruit.
Origin
Cactus fruits are a well-known sub-tropical fruit native to countries with arid climates.
This includes countries like Colombia and Mexico but certainly also European countries like Italy, Greece and Spain.
The prickly pear is a special fruit that is and was mainly used in traditional medicine.
This juicy fruit is a source of powerful antioxidants and health benefits.
Taste
Prickly pears are a nutritious addition in healthy recipes. The fruit is used in smoothies, fruit bowls and through sauces, among other things.
The taste of this fruit is intense but deliciously sweet. Make sure it is properly ripe because otherwise the fruit can be more sour.
The cactus was used in medicine because of its enormous health benefits. For example, it improves digestion, skin problems and a wide range of other ailments.
Store
If you want to keep prickly pears fresh longer, it is best to keep them in the refrigerator.
Of course, it is tastier to eat the fruit immediately after you order and receive it.
Refrigerated, these tropical fruits stay fresh for about one week.
It is an amazing addition to healthy recipes such as smoothies, salads or fruit bowls.
Benefits
Boosts immune system
Beneficial for your blood vessels
May help with stomach ulcers
Helps strengthen your bones
Helps against oxidative stress
Read the explanation of the health benefits here
