One of the ways to maximize the benefits of cactus is to consume it fasting.
What is the nutritional value of the nopal?
The numerous benefits of nopal are due to the fact that it is a source of nutrients, such as vitamins A, C, K and B6, as well as riboflavin (vitamin B2) and minerals such as calcium, potassium, magnesium and manganese. It also contains certain organic compounds present in vegetables as phytochemicals and some polysaccharides that are also extremely beneficial for health. But above all, the nopal is a great source of dietary fiber, which makes it very digestive.
Fasting nopal benefits.
When we do the digestion, many of the nutrients that we consume are discarded, because the intestine does not have time to absorb them all. However, when eating fasting nopal the stomach is free of other foods that can be digested at the same time, so it is available to absorb cactus nutrients, wasting much less than if you had to digest it along with other foods. Thanks to this we can obtain most of the following benefits:
Regulates metabolic activity:
The minerals and vitamins present in cactus, such as tianina, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin B6, are essential for cell metabolism and therefore help regulate it. This will make the body work more efficiently, boosting weight loss and overall health level.
Favors weight loss:
In addition to the improvement in metabolic activity, the nopal is a good source of dietary fiber, which produces a satiating effect when consumed, so that by eating it we will fill up sooner and avoid overeating. On the other hand, this cactus is very low in saturated fats and cholesterol, so the body will receive a good dose of nutrients without the need to consume many calories.
Fight inflammation:
The nopal juice has anti-inflammatory effects, so it can be used to relieve various conditions related to this problem, muscle injuries, arthritis, and joint pain in general. For this it can be consumed orally or directly applied to the affected area topically.
Improves the health of the skin:
The nopales have a high antioxidant power, which together with their numerous phytochemicals are an excellent defense against free radicals, capable of causing a premature aging of the skin.
Help with diabetes:
Cactus extract is an excellent regulator of blood glucose levels. Therefore, for those suffering from type 2 diabetes is a way to avoid glucose peaks after each meal.
Prevents cancer:
Given the large amount of antioxidants, phytochemicals, vitamins and other nutrients that nopales possess, they are an excellent food to strengthen the immune system, especially when it comes to protecting ourselves from some types of cancer. Antioxidants are essential when fighting free radicals, capable of mutating the DNA of cells, which can lead to different types of cancer.
The cactus can be consumed fresh in various recipes such as salads, or it can be added as an ingredient in green juices. It can also be purchased in capsules for easy dosing during the day.
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