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Submitted by: Frank Yaconis
Scientists continue to study the miraculous Prickly Pear Cactus and are uncovering more of its special properties to be used for nutritional and health benefits. This plant, used as both a food and medicine, may be the answer to relieving pain and possibly prevention of a host of ailments.
Even the well-known health expert, Dr. Mehmet Oz, has boasted of the natural beneficial properties of the plant on his show talking about how it might help people with diabetes regulate blood sugar levels and subdue the symptoms of a hangover.
The plant is eaten in many forms, but one of the easiest ways to ingest the cactus and gain its benefits is through drinking Nopalea Juice. This juice has skyrocketed in popularity around the world, along with news spreading of the cactus and its possible health benefits.
The plant s native home is the Sonoran desert and its use for food and medicinal qualities is said to date back as far as the time of the Aztecs. Spanish explorers are said to have immediately recognized the value of the plant. They first brought it back to Europe, where it still grows today.
Here are a few of the wondrous things the Prickly Pear Cactus is believed to do:
A native of the Sonoran desert, it is believed use of the cactus as both a food and medicine dates back to the time of the Aztecs. It is believed that the first visitors from Spain took the plant back home with them and the growth of the cactus in Europe then began.
*Lower and regulate blood sugar levels by controlling the speed at which sugar enters the blood. This is because of the plant s highly fibrous nature, which acts as a natural filter.
*Helps weight loss because in addition to regulating blood sugar levels, the plant can also help give the body s metabolism a tune up.
*Aids and promotes weight loss because it is a healthy, satisfying and fulfilling replacement for snacks that may be less healthy.
*The densely fibrous nature of the plant, which may aid people suffering from diabetes, also helps the body in other ways, such as keeping the colon functioning at its optimum.
* Lower and reduce triglycerides and cholesterol levels, which lead to a happier and healthier heart and reduce the risk of other conditions related to heart health.
*Acts as a natural anti-inflammatory, which scientists say may be the key to preventing a myriad of diseases. Researchers have made a link between chronic inflammation and many serious disease and illnesses.
*Acts as a natural anti-oxidant and has cancer fighting properties in addition to general vitamins and minerals that promote overall health.
*Some say that the health and function of blood lipids might be improved by drinking the juice.
* Nopalea is also a natural hydrant for the body.
* The juice may soothe stomach turmoil or nausea, ulcers, and other issues with the intestinal tract.
* Joint pain caused by fibromyalgia or arthritis is relieved.
* Some scientists say that it might help with Alzheimer s disease.
About the Author: Frank Yocanis has been researching and writing about
Trivita
for the past decade. He has even traveled to the Sonoran desert half a dozen times to study how Nopalea contains amazing properties that help with all kinds of joint pain, including
thumb joint pain
. He is excited to share how this antioxidant-rich drink can change your life.
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