There has been medical interest in the Prickly Pear plant. Some studies have shown that the pectin contained in the Prickly Pear pulp lowers levels of "bad" cholesterol while leaving "good" cholesterol levels unchanged. Another study found that the fibrous pectin in the fruit may lowers diabetics' need for insulin. Both fruits and pads of the prickly pear cactus are rich in slowly absorbed soluble fibers that help keep blood sugar stable. You can make your own test and see if works for you, which is the only test that really counts.

The fruit spead contains no preservative, so it needs to be refrigerated after being opened. Ingredients: Prickly Pear juice and pulp 66%, pear and apple juice concentrate, carrageenan, maltic acid, ascorbic acid, locust bean gum, love. Nutrition Facts: calories 10, total fat 0g, total carbohydrate 3 g, sugars 2g, protein 0g, Vit. C 45%.