{"id":22101,"date":"2021-10-08T08:59:47","date_gmt":"2021-10-08T12:59:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vitamins.vitanetonline.com\/?p=22101"},"modified":"2021-10-08T08:59:47","modified_gmt":"2021-10-08T12:59:47","slug":"health-benefits-of-prickly-pears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vitamins.vitanetonline.com\/index.php\/health-benefits-of-prickly-pears\/","title":{"rendered":"Health benefits of prickly pears"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"richsummary\">\n<p id=\"abstract\">Prickly pears are a good health food. They contain anti oxidents, which are good for preventing cancer and other health ailments. The food itself is tasty and good for your body. It can lower cholesterol as well, making it appealing to those trying to ensure good health of their heart. It also is good for digestion, meaning that it will soothe your stomach and calm down your digestive tract. 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