2023-10-07 11:08:55
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In recent years, nutrition has found its way into everyday conversations. Now the population is more aware of the importance of eating a rich and healthy diet. In addition, social networks have spread various basic notions on this issue. Thus, it is in this context where avocado has made its way among the most popular products in fruit stores and supermarkets.
Its taste is delicious. However, the reasons for making it an essential food go much further. And avocado is the perfect ally to have a rich and healthy diet. In this sense, its nutritional properties provide great benefits to the body. In fact, the American Institute for Cancer Research has already noted its potential for skin protection and care.
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The Spanish Nutrition Foundation (FEN) has identified avocado as an important source of potassium. In addition, it also stands out for its vitamin composition, since far from being only rich in vitamin E, unlike other fruits, it also contains vitamin C and vitamin B6, essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system and psychological function.
At the same time, most of the fats in this product are, for the most part, unsaturated. Likewise, the high content of this product in oleic acid stands out, which makes it a key food to reduce the risk of suffering from cardiovascular diseases.
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On the other hand, given the amount of calories present in avocado, people who follow low-calorie diets should limit their consumption of this product. The same goes for those who have kidney disease, since the high potassium content of avocado might accumulate in the blood if the kidneys do not function properly. The latter would cause fatigue, nausea or muscle cramps in the affected person.
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As noted, avocado is a food with multiple properties that help the body function properly. Furthermore, given its high fat content, this product, in addition to being enormously satiating, also helps regulate glucose levels.
Meanwhile, when it comes to talking regarding avocado, there is a doubt that always emerges between conversations. That is, if it is a fruit or a vegetable. Thus, although it has properties compatible with both food groups, the reality is that avocado is a fruit.
Now, as The Spanish Nutrition Foundation points out, the water content of avocado is lower than that found in most fruits. Likewise, the lipid intake is much higher, which increases its caloric value.
Thanks to its mild flavor and creamy consistency, avocado is the perfect ingredient for making a wide variety of recipes. Three alternatives will be presented below:
Homemade guacamole: Its preparation is very simple. Simply empty the avocados and mash or mash them with a fork. It is important that it does not turn out like a puree. Then you have to cut tomato, onion and green pepper into small pieces. Lime juice, cilantro, salt are added to the avocado mass and, finally, it is mixed with the previously cut ingredients. Avocado and salmon salad: It is a very simple and nutritious option in which all you have to do is mix it on a plate. lettuce, with salmon, avocado and other ingredients. And, finally, season to taste. Stuffed avocados: In this case you will only have to wash the avocados and remove the pit. The interior will be filled with a slice of smoked salmon and a quail egg. Finally, it will be placed in the oven until the egg reaches the desired degree of cooking.
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