Nutrition Diet: Is Pereskia bleo Edible and Good for You?
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Over 2000 species belong to the Cactaceae family, but unlike their relatives, the leafy cactus *Pereskia bleo* retains prominent leaves that are used in traditional medicine and for nutritional purposes. This unusual edible cactus offers a source of antioxidants and minerals, leading many to question: is *Pereskia bleo* edible and truly beneficial for a modern nutrition diet?.
