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Despite its prickly exterior, prickly pear – the cactus superfood – has soft and succulent flesh and contains phytochemicals and minerals. Mexican cuisine features this ingredient in many recipes, mostly in egg dishes, salads, tacos, and soups. Consequently, its popularity in the American Southwest grows. Prickly pear became an important food for many people in tropical and subtropical countries. In addition to its culinary uses, prickly pear has an impressive nutritional profile and may help promote health.*
Due to the many beneficial plant compounds and nutrients it contains, Mexican folk medicine consequently uses prickly pear. Prickly pears are generally a good source of fiber and contain many vitamins and minerals, such as potassium and calcium. The potential medicinal properties of this cactus continue to be explored. To take advantage its properties, it is important to choose the right species and the right parts of the cactus. Processing must take place immediately after the gel has been extracted from the cactus to produce the purest and most delicious extract possible. It’s important to realize that even the harvesting hour can be critical. Research shows that it is best to harvest cactus pads earlier in the day. This is because the acidity is the lowest at that time, which can be better for health.*
During the last decade, growing interest in cactus as a superfood has resulted in many scientific studies regarding the composition and bioactivity of cactus and cactus compounds. The world is finally beginning to wake up to the benefits of prickly pear cactus pad! However, E. EXCEL’s products incorporated this precious ingredient in many of its signature products for years! Featured in our premium botanical beverage, Celebration™, the phytochemicals and polysaccharides of prickly pear cactus are extracted to help support the body’s normal anti-inflammatory functions, energy, vitality, endurance, overall good health, and well-being.*
