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Bowl of Heaven adds dragon fruit, prickly pear

December 19, 2013

Bowl of Heaven is bringing on two super fruits, pitaya, also known as dragon fruit, from Nicaragua and prickly pear — both made from cacti — for the introduction of the Paradise Bowl to the menu, according to a company press release.

Dragon fruit is known as a natural fiber-rich digestive aid that is packed with antioxidants and Omega-3s but low in sugar.  It is also a good source of Vitamin C, calcium and magnesium.  Bowl of Heaven’s suppliers will be sourcing theirs directly from Central American farmers.

Prickly pear is rich in Betalains — the antioxidants that support healthy inflammation response.  For thousands of years, the people of Meso-America have used the Nopal (prickly pear) cactus as a source of food, water and as an herbal medicine.  Recently, scientific research has begun to validate the astounding health benefits that Nopal can offer.

“We are thrilled to be the first fast casual chain to offer such a nutrient dense combination, and one with powerful inflammation-fighting ingredients,” said Bowl of Heaven’s founder, Dan McCormick.

In addition to the Pitaya fruit and the Prickly Pear, the Paradise Bowl also includes Bowl of Heaven’s signature Maq7 superfruit juice, coconut water, pineapple, peaches, bananas, fresh mint leaves and a hint of watermelon stevia, topped with organic hemp seed granola, shredded coconut, fresh kiwi and strawberries with a drizzle of honey, McCormick said.

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