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½ Cups Nopales, Cleaned And Spines Removed

Nopales are the edible pads of the prickly pear cactus, commonly eaten cooked or raw in Mexican cuisine. They are low in calories and provide fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant compounds.

Beneficial properties

high in fiber low calorie supports blood sugar management rich in antioxidants hydrating

Nutritional highlights

Nopales provide dietary fiber, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and small amounts of calcium and carotenoids.

Caution. May lower blood sugar, so people taking diabetes medications should monitor glucose levels carefully.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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