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| Assay Method: | HPLC, UV |
| Application Form: | Tablet, Capsule |
| Application: | Food, Health Care Products, Medicine |
| State: | Powder |
| Extract Source: | Opuntia Ficus Indica |
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Audited Supplier | Product Name | Cactus Extract |
| Botanical Name | Opuntia ficus indica |
| Part Used | Leaf |
| Appearance | Brownish Yellow Powder |
| Specification | 4:1 10:1 Straight Powder 10%-50% Polysaccharides |
| Storage Period | 24 Months |
| Package | 1kg/bag 25kg/drum |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool and dry places. Keep away from strong light and heat. |
| Description Prickly pear is a shrubs or small trees growing up to 2-4 m tall. It is found growing in sunny, desert-like conditions and prefers course, well-drained soil in dry, rocky flats or slopes. Trunk is terete and woody. Stem segments are green, elliptic to narrowly obovate, 8-40 (−50) × 5-7.5 (−15) cm, thick, margin entire, base and apex rounded. Areoles are 2 mm in diameter and are 2-3 cm apart. Spines usually absent when present: 1-3 per areole, spreading, greyish tan, acicular, 3-9 mm; glochids inconspicuous and early deciduous. Leaves are conic, 3-4 mm, early deciduous. Flowers are 1.2-1.5 cm in diameter, erect and are red, yellow, or purple colored. Fruit Almost all prickly pear cactus have flat, fleshy pads that look like a large leaves. These pads are actually modified branches and stems that have several functions like photosynthesis, flower production and water storage. Pads are normally flat, fleshy, green-colored and are oval to round in shape. Size of the pads range from 4 in (10 cm) to 18 in (46 cm) in length. Bigger pads can grow as wide as 9 in (23 cm) or more. Similarly prickly pear plant bears cylindrical, pear-shaped, deep red to purple fruit, about 2.5 in (7 cm) long. Fruit grows at the very edge of the spiny leaves of these imposing cacti. Color may vary from yellow and light green to orange, pink, and red, depending on the variety and ripeness. Flesh is normally white, green, yellow, red, or purple colored and have raspberry like taste. Within the fruit, Gray or tan colored seeds is present that are thickened discoid, 3 mm in diameter, slightly pubescent. Fruits are ready to harvest from September to November. Both pads and fruits of the plant are consumed in a variety of ways since ancient times. Health Benefits 1. Immune System Booster It is said that single serving of prickly pears contains more than 1/3 of your entire daily requirement of vitamin C. Also known as ascorbic acid, vitamin C plays an important role in the immune system, stimulating the production of white blood cells and acting as an antioxidant all through the body. Additionally vitamin C is an important component of various enzymatic and metabolic processes, including the creation of bone and muscle tissue.(1) 2. Digestion Nopales are forms of cacti they are fibrous and contain a great deal of dietary fiber. As we all know dietary fiber is essential in the digestive process, because it adds bulk to bowel movements that make easier to pass through the smooth muscles of the digestive tract. It also stimulates peristaltic motion to move the bowels along the tract, and decreases symptoms of both diarrhea and constipation. Additionally, excess fiber within the body can actively reduce the amount of cholesterol, thereby protecting your heart health as well.(2) 3. Builds Strong Bones and Teeth Calcium is an integral part of the human diet, and prickly pears contain a considerable amount of calcium in every serving. Calcium is an important element in the creation of bone tissue in the body; in fact, 99% of the calcium in your body is found in bones and teeth. By ensuring you have enough calcium in your system, you can prevent numerous dental issues, as well as age-related bone disorders like osteoporosis.(3) 4. Weight Loss Several components found within prickly pear helps in weight loss. Fiber helps to make the body feel full and inhibit the release of ghrelin, which is the hunger hormone, so overeating is decreased. Apart from that this plant is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, but is packed with metabolic potential, so the body works at a higher level without gaining weight. The presence of vitamins B6, thiamin, and riboflavin also makes metabolic function work quickly, and they maximize fat burning and the transformation of food to usable energy.(4) 5. Heart Health Prickly pear consists of several components that are good for heart health. Levels of fiber in the fruit help to lower the levels of "bad" cholesterol in the body, while sufficient amount of potassium can help to lower blood pressure, by relaxing the blood vessels and decreasing the stress on the cardiovascular system. Lastly betalains found in prickly pear are directly related to strengthening the endothelial walls of blood vessels, thereby decreasing the chances of weakening or damage to the system. Reducing cholesterol, lowering blood pressure, and strengthening blood vessels can prevent atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, and strokes.(5) 6. Metabolic Activity Prickly pear cactus consists of considerable amount of mineral and vitamin content. It consists of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin-B6, all of which are vital components of cellular metabolism and normal, regulated enzyme function all through the body. If your organ systems and hormonal balance are improved, then body will run more efficiently, it will help to increase weight loss, promote healthy muscle gain, boost repair and maintenance of organs, and generally tone the entire body.(6) 7. Cancer Prevention Prickly pears consists of high levels of flavonoids, polyphenols, and betalains, all of which act as antioxidant compounds and help to neutralize free radicals before they cause healthy cells to mutate into cancerous cells. Research has shown lowered chances of cancer in people who frequently add these types of antioxidants into their diet. Prickle pear is assumed to be one of the most beneficial foods for overcoming cancer since it consists of ample amount of antioxidants.(7) 8. Improve Sleep Prickly pear contains magnesium, which is a beneficial mineral for encouraging feelings of sleep for people suffering from insomnia, long-lasting anxiety or restlessness. It encourages the release of serotonin in the body, which results in increased melatonin levels. Additionally it has a somewhat sedative effect, which decreases nerve function and calms the body, helping you to fall asleep 9. Ulcers Prickly pear is traditionally used to cure gastric ulcers. Apparently, the mucilage and fibrous material present in prickly pear helps to inhibit the development of gastric ulcers and those that develop due to excessive consumption of alcohol, so for people, who regularly suffer from this painful condition, add some of these powerful plants to your diet and improve the quality of your life!(8) 10. Diabetes The extracts from the leaves of prickly pear cactus are powerful regulators of glucose levels within the body. For patients with type 2 diabetes, it may cause a reduced spike in glucose levels after eating, which makes the management of diabetes easier. Regular consumption of prickly pear is recommended to decrease the chance of diabetes. 11. Skin Health The phytochemical and antioxidant present in prickly pear make them a good defensive mechanism against premature aging symptoms, like wrinkles and age spots. The free radicals left after cellular metabolism can completely impact the skin and by consuming prickly pear, you can keep your skin looking healthy, young, and refreshed. |
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