What is Nopal and what are its benefits?

Nopal or Opuntia are names for foods and supplements made from the Opuntia Ficus Indica cactus . This cactus species grows in countries such as Mexico and Tunisia, and its leaves and fruit are used for human consumption.

It also contains a huge variety of nutrients with various effects on the human body. It is precisely this wide variety of nutrients that makes consuming Nopal so healthy. This makes it increasingly interesting for many to use it as a dietary supplement.

The nopal cactus is very rich in nutrients and is therefore very important to the local population, especially in dry and desert-like areas. This cactus is rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, phytonutrients, essential amino acids, and powerful antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavonols.

The wide variety of nutrients makes this cactus so popular as both a food and a dietary supplement. Dietary supplements typically use the water-soluble fiber from Nopal Cactus, which has a variety of beneficial effects on maintaining a healthy weight and normal blood sugar levels.

As we mentioned, the water-soluble fiber from the Nopal cactus, also called Neopuntia, is used in nutritional supplements. However, there is a significant difference in quality between the various extracts currently on the market. There are "regular" extracts, but there's also a patented extract that has been clinically studied and has proven its effectiveness time and again. This patented Nopal cactus extract is called Neopuntia® and was developed by a nutritional supplement expert: Nexira®.

Neopuntia® is the very best Nopal extract in the world! It contains water-soluble dietary fibers that attract fats and carbohydrates. The company Nexira®, which developed this extract, strives to operate as sustainably as possible. This means they pay a fair price to the farmers who grow the Nopal cactus and that the Neopuntia® extract is produced as sustainably as possible.

The video below explains everything about this unique extract. It covers the nutrients, as well as its effectiveness and the clinical studies conducted on this high-quality Nopal extract.

The water-soluble fiber in a Nopal extract offers enormous benefits to the human body. However, this is difficult to determine with "regular" nopal cactus extracts. These extracts are not standardized to a specific amount of active ingredient. To map the benefits of Nopal Cactus, we examined scientific research conducted with the most readily available extract: Neopuntia®. We have summarized the findings from our research on this supplement for you.

A clinical study (source 1) investigated how the Nopal cactus extract Neopuntia® binds to fats during digestion. This was measured, among other things, by measuring the amount of fat in the stool.

This study showed that using Neopuntia® can help reduce the absorption of fat from food, thus contributing to weight management. Because it can bind to fats, this supplement is classified as a fat blocker.

A scientific study (source) examined the effect of the Nopal extract Neopuntia® on cholesterol levels. This study showed that it is beneficial for cholesterol. Due to new European legislation, we are only allowed to provide limited information about this type of nutritional supplement. You can, however, read the results of this study yourself by clicking on the source.

Water-soluble fiber is known to be beneficial for blood sugar levels. This fiber slows down the absorption of carbohydrates from food. This slows down the rise in blood sugar, which is beneficial for overall blood sugar control. Neopuntia® Nopal cactus extract contains water-soluble fiber.

The combination of reduced fat intake and the beneficial effect on blood sugar levels are both beneficial for weight management. Reduced fat intake can lead to lower energy intake, which in turn reduces energy storage. In addition, stable blood sugar levels help curb cravings, making you less likely to reach for sweets. This makes it easier to stick to a diet.

Nopal, or Opuntia, is very often used in weight-loss products. In the previous chapter, we explained the benefits of this extract. These benefits perfectly align with the goal of a weight-loss product: supporting weight loss. But is it a miracle cure?

No, it's not a miracle cure, as some manufacturers would have you believe. The product can, however, support weight loss when you have a negative energy balance. A negative energy balance means you burn more calories than you consume. In addition, Nopal extract, particularly the patented Neopuntia® extract, can help you absorb less fat and maintain stable blood sugar levels.

It's definitely recommended to try it once. Most users of this supplement are very satisfied with its effectiveness. However, you should critically examine your lifestyle and make adjustments where necessary. Think about getting enough exercise and eating a healthy diet that maintains a negative energy balance.

If you're considering ordering a Nopal extract, always make sure you use a standardized one. This way, you'll know exactly what to expect and whether your extract actually contains the right nutrients. We stay on top of scientific research on these extracts and have developed the very best Nopal Cactus supplement for you.

This product is called Nopal Premium and contains 1200 mg of Neopuntia® per serving along with 180 mcg of chromium picolinate. This form of chromium is the most absorbable and can help maintain stable blood sugar levels. Neopuntia® and chromium complement each other perfectly and reinforce each other positively.