are avocados really good for you?
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Yes, Avocados are good for you, when eaten in moderation.\nA recommended serving size is 2 tablespoons, or roughly one-sixth of a medium-sized avocado. Each serving provides 5 grams of fat and 55 calories. Still, compared with butter or mayonnaise -- which each pack 22 fat grams and 200 calories in a 2-tablespoon serving -- they don't seem so bad.\nIt's true that avocados are high in fat -- one reason they've earned the nickname "butter pear." A medium-sized avocado contains 30 grams of fat, as much as a quarter-pound burger. That's why diet experts have long urged Americans to go easy on avocados in favor of less fatty fruits and vegetables. But now nutritionists are taking another look. They're finding that most of the fat in an avocado is monounsaturated -- the "good" kind that actually lowers cholesterol levels. Thanks to this new understanding, the U.S. government recently revised its official nutrition guidelines to urge Americans to eat more avocados.\nResearchers have also discovered that avocados are rich in beta-sitosterol, a natural substance shown to significantly lower blood cholesterol levels.\nThe USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2000 extols the value of fruits and vegetables in the diet and reports that avocados contain "good" unsaturated fats that do not raise blood cholesterol. Although the avocado is high in fat, 60% of the fat is monounsaturated, 20% is polyunsaturated, and 20% is saturated. The edible portion of an 8-ounce California avocado yields 30 grams of fat.\n\nNutritionally the avocado leads all other fruits in beta carotene and even exceeds the banana in potassium. While other fruits gain sugar as they ripen, the avocado's sugar content decreases as it matures. It contains more protein, potassium, magnesium, folic acid, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, biotin, pantothenic acid, vitamin E, and vitamin K per ounce than any other fruit.\n\nProof of the avocado's wealth of nutrition shows up in the USDA Nutrient Database. Though the avocado is calorie dense, (one-half cup pureed flesh contains 204 calories), the benefits outweigh the concern over its total fat content of 19.9 grams. That same one-half cup of pureed avocado packs a protein content of 2.4 grams with 3.1 grams of fiber. Using that same quantity, the avocado contains only 8 grams of carbohydrates and a surprising 704 IU of vitamin A. It's rich in the B vitamins, especially niacin, scoring 2.20 mg., folic acid registering 75.4 mcg., calcium at 13 mg., iron at 1.36 mg., and a mountain of potassium showing 729 mg.\nHere is a good recipe for Avocado- Mango salsa (one of my fav's)\nhttp://www.webmd.com/content/pages/23/111437.htm
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no, infact they are good for you.
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Lipids are always fats. There are animal fats and vegetable fats. Within those two groups, there are also "saturated" fats and "unsaturated" fats ... that only means differences in the number of hydrogen atoms that are part of the fat molecule. Lipids have the highest calorie rating of any of the foods for the same size portion. They are an "energy-dense" food. The right kinds of fats are "essential" and MUST be eaten every day! A blanket condemnation of "fat" is seriously wrong. \n\nThere are good, essential, fats. These are not man-made (like trans-fats or hydrogenated fats). The best fats are monosaturated fats like cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, medium chain fatty acids like organic extra-virgin coconut oil (yes, it's a saturated fat ... and in this case, that's OK), the fat from only grass-fed, free-range animals, organic hemp oil, hemp seeds, flax oil, flax seeds, nuts and nut oils.\n\nFat helps us feel "satisfied", and in the end, we may eat fewer calories; it also "slows down" the insulin "hit" that too many carbs can initiate or too high-glycemic carbs can produce (i.e. stay away from sugary foods).\n\nCarbohydrates are necessary for life. If you do not eat them, then expensive protein is broken down to "make" carbs! Your brain needs good carbs for fuel. The best carbs for diabetics are veggies. The less sweet (lower "glycemic" ones) are best, but you can have a few sweet peas or corn or sweet potatoes etc, (which are more concentrated, higher glycemic types) as long as there are not lots (maybe 1/2 cup max) and they are eaten with a little fat or protein. Fruit is healthy, but should always be a second choice to vegetables. Fruits should also be ranked according to sweetness. Tomatoes and avocados are fruits, and these are good choices, as are lemons, limes etc. Apples have chromium in their skin, and that helps diabetics. All sugars are carbs, and processed sugars and honey etc are to be largely avoided. Artificial sweeteners stimulate insulin and there is NO benefit to using them ... in fact, there are many reasons NOT to use them.\n\nThere are combo foods. Milk is one of them. It is both a carb (milk sugars) and protein food. It's fairly balanced.\n\nProtein is best limited to protect kidney health, and about 6 oz. of protein a day will be adequate for most people. Organic, free-range, Omega-3 eggs are a very good protein source, and there is no longer a tight restriction about numbers of eggs to eat per week. Fish from clean waters is another good choice. Cheese, nuts and for some people, soy are other options, as are free-range, grass fed animals.\n\nAmpalaya (bitter melon) found in Asian markets, bilberries and cinnamon, and many other foods have been found to be specifically beneficial for diabetics. If you use these, make sure you are taking more frequent blood sugar readings so you know how responsive your body is to their blood-sugar lowering capabilities. \n\nIt is better to eat 6 smaller meals, fairly evenly spaced through the day onward to a bedtime snack, than to eat just 3 meals a day. I hope this helped. Make sure you are well-hydrated, only use water!\n\nTo learn more about possibly ameliorating or even reversing diabetes, read www.watercure.com   www.phmiracleliving.com  \n\nBest to all ...
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It really depends on two things:  (1) the avocado's sexual orientation, and (2) its state of mental health.
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I loved your Menudo answer. You had me laughing. OK, on to the question, though - great segue there, huh- pomegranates and blueberries are high in antioxidants. They have the highest content of any fruits. I think it's a head-to-head competition, albeit, people don't eat pomegranates in the US very often because they're a pain in the @ss & very messy (very sweet, but a lot of seeds like a tomato... tastes like a tomato/tangerine, too- tomatoes are fruits, too, for scientific purposes)... Blueberries are fantastically easy to grow and just as high in antioxidants. What are these antioxidants? They help with cell regeneration. Most cells in our bodies have high turnover naturally and because of free radicals in the environment, they get damaged... I imagine it's like working at Wal-Mart... being a cell. In any case, antioxidants help cells. That, in turn, helps our bodies stay younger, which leads to overall longevity.
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Grapes are filled with nutrition that our bodies need. (Cut from the link below): "Grapes are rich in anthocyanins, flavones, geraniol, linalol, nerol and tannins. Experts believe these compounds protect against cancer. In addition, red grapes contain resveratrol which is believed to help reduce cholesterol and protect the heart. Grapes also contain some potassium. Grapes are also beneficial for cleansing and detoxing the system." It also notes one cup of grapes equal 114 calories. It is healthy...\n\nBut I also know too much of anything is bad for you...a whole bag of grapes and a whole bag of potato chips certainly have differences, but regardless. As long as eating a lot of grapes isn't a part of your daily lifestyle, I see no wrong in it. The important thing is to eat a variety of foods that give you a variety of nutrition.
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No. Quite the oppisite, the vitamin C is good for you.
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Yes, the fats in nuts and avocados are good for you, they are good for you heart and skin and hair.  Fat that comes from animals is bad, like fatty meat or lard.  Trans fat is bad, it comes from companies making a liquid fat into a solid by manipulating it.
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i know that certain chocolates contain flavanol which is good for heart health. BUT keep in mind that chocolate is fattening and that it can contribute to heart problems so it could be doing more harm than good. GOOD chocolate isnt on the market really regular chocolate doesnt contain enough flavanol to have a serious effect.
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Avocados contain oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat that may help to lower cholesterol. In one study of people with moderately high cholesterol levels, individuals who ate a diet high in avocados showed clear health improvements. After seven days on the diet that included avocados, they had significant decreases in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, along with an 11% increase in health promoting HDL cholesterol.
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Being a vegetarian has many health benefits. I found an article relating to this topic written by a vegetarian Mormon himself. \nhttp://www.vegsource.com/articles/cantano_review.htm
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Oranges, blueberries & tomatoes are the three fruits that make up part of the 14 superfoods. \n\nOranges contain high levels of vit C, fibre, beta-carotene, folic acid and are low GI & low in fat. They also contain high levels of anti-oxidents. A recent study showed they contain 170 different phytochemicals and more than 60 anti-oxidents. \n\nBlueberries are at the top of the list for health giving fruits. They have been shown to reduce the risks of cancer & heart disease and are packed with Vit C & E and disease fighting compounds. Blueberries are very high in anti-oxidents and are associated with memory, feelings of alertness and clear thinking. \n\nTomatoes proven if you eat them regulary they are a wonderful fruit. They are known as being special as they are the richest source of lycopene (protects against heart disease) and reduce risks of breast cancer (not really a concern to you) and prostate cancer. \n\nPineapple is another great fruit. High in anti-oxidents and are packed with Vits and are great anti-depressant.\n\nI love having them as separate fruits like blueberry smoothies, or freshly squeezed orange juice, or tomato soup. If you like pineapple I have some with mint, ice and ginger it's a great juice in the morning.\n\nJust note that it's proven that whilst fruits are great, vegie juices are much better with less sugar and calories. But fruit juices do tend to taste much nicer.
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If you include beans and pulses as well, but I think you should still eat rice, organic brown rice, otherwise your diet won't be balanced & will be lacking in certain areas.  Rice and beans together make a complete protein. Avocados are good for the fats you need.\n\nI had a friend once who was a fruitarian. She seemed to be pretty unhealthy.
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Well, all of your green vegetables are good, and fruits.  They all add anti-oxidants which help.
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Registered Nurse here; Avocados are excellent to include in part of a balanced diet.  Avocados have a very high fat content, however this particular kind of fat, providing it is used in moderation is excellent for people.  Plus avocados are also high in Vitamin K, a fat soluble vitamin, and Vitamin A, plus they contain antioxidants which assist other cells in maintaining healthy tissue.  One would not want a steady diet of Avocados, but a Avocado 2 to 3 x /wk. Is very good for you.\nThanks for the opportunity to address your question.
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Nuts, olives and avocados are the plant foods with the highest fat content.\n\nThey're very nutritious but if you're trying to lose weight, you may want to exclude them from your diet until you are at your goal weight.
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No. Chocolate is actually good for you. It has anti-oxidants\nin it that help the amune system. So, enjoy you bunny!