The prickly pear or Fig pear is an exotic fruit quite unknown in many countries. But this fruit has important medicinal and nutritional properties.

BENEFITS OF THE  FIG

-vitamin A-vitamin C-vitamin B2 and B6-phosphorus-calcium-potassium-magnesium fiber-antioxidants
-help control and stop diarrhea
-prevents osteoporosis
-regulates digestion
-help control the level of blood sugar
-advantage of the elimination of body fluids
-reduces the level of triglycerides and cholesterol in blood
-helps to control coughs and pains due to diseases in the lungs
-Improves the health of the heart
-It eases discomforts due to ulcers
-Helps prevent cancer
-help in the treatment of diseases such as arthritis and diabetes.