Macro Breakdown
Glycemic Impact
| Glycemic Index | 38 (Low) |
| Glycemic Load | 4 |
| Insulin Index | 45 |
Health Scores (0-10)
๐งฌ How Prickly pears Affects Your Health
Testosterone 1% DV
Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5ฮฑ-reductase and inhibits aromatase.
Cortisol & Stress 20% DV
Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.
Cortisol 4% DV
Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA โ calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.
Thyroid 1% DV
Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.
Pcos
magnesium + fiber. Insulin resistance drives 70%+ of PCOS. These nutrients improve insulin sensitivity, reduce androgen.
Inflammation
vitamin c + fiber. Omega-3 EPA/DHA โ resolvins (pro-resolving mediators). Antioxidants neutralize free radicals. Fiber .
Magnesium 20% DV
20% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.
Potassium 5% DV
5% DV. Blood pressure regulation, prevents muscle cramps.
Complete Nutrient Profile
| Nutrient | Amount / 100g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Kcal | 172.0 kJ | โ |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% DV |
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% DV |
| Carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% DV |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% DV |
| Sodium | 5.0 mg | โ |
| Calcium | 56.0 mg | 4% DV |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% DV |
| Magnesium | 85.0 mg | 20% DV |
| Phosphorus | 24.0 mg | 2% DV |
| Potassium | 220.0 mg | 5% DV |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 1% DV |
| Vitamin C | 14.0 mg | 16% DV |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 4% DV |
| Folate | 6.0 ยตg | 2% DV |
| Vitamin A | 2.0 ยตg | โ |
| Selenium | 0.6 ยตg | 1% DV |
Compare Prickly pears With...
290 calAcerola juice
96 calAcerola, (west indian cherry)
134 calAgutuk, fish/berry with seal oil (Alaskan ice cream)
1479 calAlcoholic beverage, malt beer, hard lemonade
284 cal