Are Avacodo's good for you??

Answer 1

Avocados are a good source of Vitamin E, which is not only essential for the normal functioning of the body but is also a potent anti-oxidant which protects polyunsaturated fatty acids in cell membranes from free-radical attack. Free-radicals are linked to the beginnings of cancer and heart disease. Avocados also contain goodly amounts of Vitamin C (necessary for the production of collagen needed for the growth of new cells and tissues, prevents viruses from penetrating cell membranes, and also a powerful anti-oxidant), thiamine (converts carbohydrates to glucose to fuel the brain and nervous system), and riboflavin (helps the body to release energy from proteins, carbohydrates and fat).

It's true that avocados do have a high fat content, but it is monounsaturated fat, which some studies show to actually help reduce cholesterol. The avocado is also low in calories.

Avocado is also an excellent remedy for dry skin. Rub the inside of the skins against clean skin. For a face mask, mix 1/4 cup each of avocado puree and sour cream. Gently rub on face and neck, avoiding the sensitive areas around the eyes, and let it soak in about 15 minutes. Rinse with tepid water. Then gently massage the invisible oil into the skin with an upward and outward motion.

Answer 2

Yes.

Avocados act as a "nutrient booster" by enabling the body to absorb more fat-soluble nutrients, such as alpha- and beta-carotene as well as lutein, in foods that are eaten with the fruit.

Avocados provide more than 25 essential nutrients, including fiber, potassium, Vitamin E, B-vitamins, and folic acid.


Are a good source of fiber and fiber may help maintain heart health.

Answer 3

Avocado= Persea Americana=very good but fattening.

ONE:
Recently avocados have been recognized as a good source of two beneficial compounds: beta-sitosterol and glutathione. Beta-sitosterol is a widely prescribed anti-cholesterol drug that interferes with cholesterol absorption, thus promoting lower cholesterol levels.

TWO:
Benefits of avocados for both skin and hair.Mashing an avocado and rubbing it into your hair for five minutes after washing will add luster to your hair. Avocado oil can be applied to the skin to relieve itchy, red, or irritated areas caused by eczema or dermatitis.

THREE:
In South Africa, an avocado mask made of mashed avocados, honey, and lime juice is applied to the face as a moisturizing treatment to counteract the drying effects of the hot sun.

FOUR
Studies have revealed a strong correlation between increased glutathione intake and decreased risk of oral and pharyngeal cancer

FIVE (Medical)
Unripe avocados are said to be toxic.
The skin of the avocado has been used as an antibiotic, as a way of ridding the intestinal tract of parasites, and as a remedy for dysentery
The leaves have a variety of uses. They have been chewed as a treatment for pyorrhea. They have been applied as poultices to wounds. Heated, they are placed on the forehead to relieve neuralgia. Leaf juices and concoctions have been employed as antibiotics, treatments for hypertension, diarrhea, sore throat, and to regulate menstruation. Juice concoctions have been used as digestive tonics, cough remedies, and abortifacients.


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Answer 4

I love avocado in •sushi •in a corn tortilla with a little salt •in a corn tortilla with watercress and vinaigrette dressing •on rice •plain with just a touch of garlicy vinaigrette •guacamole •in a quesadilla •tossed in a salad •with spaghetti •pretty much on anything I am fortunate to live in Mexico where you can buy avocados really cheap. We have avocado at every meal. My 11 month old loves it. I just scoop it out and give it to him straight! Mmmm!

Answer 5

Though the fruit does have a markedly higher fat content than most other fruits, most of the fat in avocados is monounsaturated fat, which is considered healthy in the human diet. A whole medium avocado contains approximately 25% of the recommended daily amount of saturated fat. Avocados also have 60% more potassium than bananas. They are also rich in B vitamins, as well as vitamin E and K.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Avocado is good for you, depending on the amount that u are consuming as it is high in fatty oils. But these oils are very good for u and they reccomend that u eat many small portions of it. The oils are good for ur skin and hair

Answer 8

i LOVE them... especially on Sushi. Understand it's good for complexion.

Answer 9

One of the best - the fat content is considered "healthy fat" but as with all foods, moderation is the key.

You have to have some fat intake, otherwise your body will store what it has and make it more difficult to lose weight.

Answer 10

Yeah. Lots of vitamins and stuff. And delicious. Enjoy them in moderation.