The juice from the prickly pear cactus is often used in smoothies, jellies and candies. It can be used regularly in salads, combined with grilled peppers and onions, and added to soups and stews as natural source of vitamin C. Itâs one of the most promising natural ways to control help type 2 diabetes.
A couple of years ago I had a bad experience after having my blood drawn for a lipid test. I was healthy, but because I fasted too long (12-16 hours) and didn't drink water, I got extremely light headed and weak. My blood pressure went down real low and I had to put my head between my knees and drink juice. I... show more A couple of years ago I had a bad experience after having my blood drawn for a lipid test. I was healthy, but because I fasted too long (12-16 hours) and didn't drink water, I got extremely light headed and weak.
Other risks associated with having blood drawn are slight, but may include: 1  Excessive bleeding. 2  Fainting or feeling lightheaded. 3  Hematoma (blood buildup under the skin) 4  Infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken)