Avocado pear or butter fruit and it's nutritional benefits.
Avocados might not be sweet but they are a satisfying and versatile food with a creamy, buttery texture. And they have a rich flavor from the high-fat content.
The avocado is an evergreen, tropical tree with green, pear-shaped, nutrient-dense fruit. The term avocado refers to both the tree and the fruit.
Avocados come in hundreds of different varieties.
Health Benefits of Avocados
1. Avocado eaters tend to be healthier.
3. Avocados may boost brain health and memory especially for children.
3. Avocados may help in weight loss.
4. Avocados may help lower the risk of depression.
5. Avocados can keep your eyes healthy as you age.
6. Avocados can help ease osteoarthritis.
7. Avocados can help prevent food poisoning (I can testify to this).
8. Avocados can help reduce liver damage.
Note: However, it is important to note that avocado pear doesn't just contain any fat...the majority of the fat in avocado is oleic acid.
9. Avocado helps to reduce bad breath:
More often than it is known, bad breath is not an exclusive issue of an unhealthy mouth, but also an imbalance in your stomach and intestinal system.
Well, if you're suffering from this condition, the avocado juice is a natural cleanser for both your mouth and intestine.
10. Excellent food during pregnancy
11. Improved digestion
Despite its creamy texture, an avocado is actually high in fiber with approximately 6-7 grams per half fruit.
12. Lower risk of depression
13. It Protects the body against chronic diseases.
14. It is a goodood source of Potassium
15. Skin and Hair Care.
Delicious Ways to Eat an Avocado
1. Stuffed
2. Seasoned
One way to do this is to fill half an avocado with one egg and bake for 15–20mins until the egg white has fully set.
3. On toast.
As a substitute for mayonnaise:*
Avocados can be an ideal substitute in dishes that use mayonnaise as a binder ingredient.
For example, you can use avocado to make tuna, chicken, or egg salads.
5.As a substitute for sour cream
For instance, you can make a dairy-free sour cream substitute by blending:
2 avocado, the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of water, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of olive or avocado oil, a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper.
It’s usually made using rice, seaweed, and fish or shellfish.
7. As fries:
Avocado fries can make a scrumptious side dish, appetizer, or substitute for regular potato fries.
They can either be deep fried or, better yet, baked for a healthier diet.
8. In smoothies
For a quick smoothie, blend the following:
1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted, 1/2 banana, 1 cup (240 ml) of milk, 1/2 cup (125 grams) of vanilla,1/2 cup (15 grams) of spinach, ice to taste.
9. As an ice cream:
Avocado ice cream can be a healthier and more nutritious option than regular ice cream.
AUTHOR : ESTHER
TIMONLIBRARY NIGERIA LTD
Avocados might not be sweet but they are a satisfying and versatile food with a creamy, buttery texture. And they have a rich flavor from the high-fat content.
The avocado is an evergreen, tropical tree with green, pear-shaped, nutrient-dense fruit. The term avocado refers to both the tree and the fruit.
Avocados come in hundreds of different varieties.
1. Avocado eaters tend to be healthier.
3. Avocados may boost brain health and memory especially for children.
3. Avocados may help in weight loss.
4. Avocados may help lower the risk of depression.
5. Avocados can keep your eyes healthy as you age.
6. Avocados can help ease osteoarthritis.
7. Avocados can help prevent food poisoning (I can testify to this).
8. Avocados can help reduce liver damage.
9. Avocado helps to reduce bad breath:
More often than it is known, bad breath is not an exclusive issue of an unhealthy mouth, but also an imbalance in your stomach and intestinal system.
Well, if you're suffering from this condition, the avocado juice is a natural cleanser for both your mouth and intestine.
10. Excellent food during pregnancy
11. Improved digestion
Despite its creamy texture, an avocado is actually high in fiber with approximately 6-7 grams per half fruit.
12. Lower risk of depression
13. It Protects the body against chronic diseases.
14. It is a goodood source of Potassium
15. Skin and Hair Care.
Delicious Ways to Eat an Avocado
1. Stuffed
2. Seasoned
One way to do this is to fill half an avocado with one egg and bake for 15–20mins until the egg white has fully set.
3. On toast.
As a substitute for mayonnaise:*
Avocados can be an ideal substitute in dishes that use mayonnaise as a binder ingredient.
For example, you can use avocado to make tuna, chicken, or egg salads.
5.As a substitute for sour cream
For instance, you can make a dairy-free sour cream substitute by blending:
2 avocado, the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of water, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of olive or avocado oil, a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper.
It’s usually made using rice, seaweed, and fish or shellfish.
7. As fries:
Avocado fries can make a scrumptious side dish, appetizer, or substitute for regular potato fries.
They can either be deep fried or, better yet, baked for a healthier diet.
8. In smoothies
For a quick smoothie, blend the following:
1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted, 1/2 banana, 1 cup (240 ml) of milk, 1/2 cup (125 grams) of vanilla,1/2 cup (15 grams) of spinach, ice to taste.
9. As an ice cream:
Avocado ice cream can be a healthier and more nutritious option than regular ice cream.
AUTHOR : ESTHER
TIMONLIBRARY NIGERIA LTD
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