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Avocado & Health

The Effects of Avocados and Red Wine on Meal-Induced Inflammation

Whole plant sources of sugar and fat can ameliorate some of the postprandial inflammation caused by the consumption of refined carbs and meat. Ref. Source 6i.

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Health and Avocado

This is one of my things to eat. I have to admit if there is a choice to have avocado added to something I take it… maybe too often.

Avocado & Health Health & Special Psychology

Are Avocados Good for Your Cholesterol? Can guacamole lower your cholesterol as well as other whole-food fat sources such as nuts, or is it just avocado industry spin? Source 6f

Health and Avocado

An avocado a day keeps your gut microbes happy, study shows. Eating avocado as part of your daily diet can help improve gut health, a new study shows. Avocados are a healthy food that is high in dietary fiber and monounsaturated fat. However, it was not clear how avocados impact the microbes in the gastrointestinal system or 'gut.' Source 7u.

Health and Avocado

Strengthens the immune system. Avocado is also a source of vitamin C. Known as ascorbic acid, it protects cells from damage caused by free radicals. In addition, the body needs vitamin C for the production of collagen, a protein necessary for good healing.