Most of us eat only tasty fruits. It is natural to like a tasty fruit, the flavour of which is a treat to the taste buds. The blatant truth, however, is that the most insipid fruits make for the ones, which add numerous of nutrients and health to ones meals. Prickly pears not might sound unusual to you, but they also look unusual. Their taste and the tongue do not go well together. But the many health benefits offered by them are totally worth their insipid journey from the tongue to the stomach. So, do make it a part of the fruit baskets you buy for yourselves or send as gifts to your loved ones.  We have a list of health benefits by them. Read on.

They boost the immune system – Single serving of it has almost 1/3^rd of daily Vitamin C need. The ascorbic acid, also known as Vitamin C, has a prime role to play in our immune system. It triggers the rapid formation of white blood cells and works as an excellent antioxidant in every part of your system. No metabolic as well as enzymatic processes will go on in the body without the Vitamin C. Starting from the muscle tissues to the bones; everything needs a good proportion of daily Vitamin C.

Strengthens the teeth and bones – A majorly essential part of one’s daily diet is the calcium, available in an excellent amount in this fruit.  Most people already would know calcium is the most significant element to form the bone tissues. 99.9% calcium in the body is located in the teeth and bones. Routine everyday intake of calcium is a safeguard against dental issues as well as bone disorder such as the osteoporosis.

Aids digestion – Like nearly every vegetables and fruit, even the prickly pears have a rich content of dietary fibre, signifying that they regulate all our digestive processes. It aids food to smoothly pass the digestive tract, and thereby gives no chance to bloating, constipation, gastrointestinal issues such as gastric ulcers and even the threatening colon cancer.

Assures a healthy heart – A lot of wonderful components in this fruit make it amazing for the functioning of the heart. First of all, the rich content of fibre can help eliminate the content of unwanted cholesterol, significant content of potassium helps keep the blood pressure normal. Potassium keeps the blood vessels relaxed and keeps you away from extreme stress levels. Plus, the betalains in this fruit is directly linked with the development of endothelial walls located in blood vessels. The possibility of any damages to the body is significantly reduced. Controlling cholesterol, building strong blood vessels and maintaining blood pressure prevents heart disease, strokes and atherosclerosis.

Wards off cancer – While science is still looking for a definite solution to cancer, one of the ways to ward off the spreading of free radicals is by increasing the antioxidants in the body and Prickly pears are rich in flavonoids, polyphenols and betalains, all of which are antioxidants.

Choosing essential vitamins nutrients over a good taste is up to you choice, and so is the fruit for a fruit basket. When the fruit basket delivered, make sure it carries with it a message of health.

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