Ever eaten one on its own…yes, I mean without Mexican food…like you would a pear? No? Then you should! They are a fantastic source of nutrients and minerals, they taste amazing and you can smother them on your face in the name of beauty.
The avocado is nature’s little miracle berry. It is highly nutritious and despite the bad press it received years ago due to its high-fat content (the good kind) it contains 20 different vitamins and minerals. It is a source of monounsaturated fat (the same fat you can get in olive oil), which is excellent for heart health.
Avocados have more potassium in them than bananas, and are a fairly neutral-tasting fruit, so much so that you might want to consider swapping your half a banana for half an avocado in your morning smoothie! Having a high potassium intake in your diet can reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure.
They are really easy to incorporate into your diet, add to a smoothie, to toast, to salad, soup and even to your face for a luxurious facemask.
If you are searching for a high fiber fruit that you can eat lots of without the risk of cramping then start peeling that avocado. A 100g serving of avocado contains 27% of your recommended daily amount. 25% of the fiber found insoluble, this feeds the gut-friendly bacteria that live in your intestines, which we need to keep happy for our bodies to function well. Whilst the other 75% is insoluble fiber, which helps food pass through the stomach and intestines more easily.
Feeling a little under the weather? Avocados contain B Vitamins, which help the body to fight off disease and infection and these beauties also contain Vitamins C and E, with added natural plant chemicals, which may help prevent cancer.
Slice up the avocado and sprinkle lemon juice and salt over it. Put it in the oven for 10 mins or until its softer and voila, a firm avocado that’s ready for eating!
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