FOODS
AVOCADO:
MULTIPURPOSE
FRUIT
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The avocado
is classified as
a flowering
plant and is
part of the
berry family.
Can be used as a
fat replacement in
baking by using equal
amount of avocado
instead of oil, butter
or shortening.
Its healthy fats
actually help
lower your
risk of heart
disease.
There are over 80 varieties
of avocados. The most
common is the HASS,
which grows all year.
One avocado
can have twice
the potassium
of a banana.
Extracts from avocado
oil can reduce
Osteoarthritis pain.
Avocado oil
(derived from its shell)
has a natural sunscreen
(SPF 15).
Very low in sugars,
making them one
of the safest
fruits to eat.
Helps get rid
of bags
under the eyes.
They will ripen
quicker if placed
in a bowl next to
a banana or apple.
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Use as a
hair mask or
conditioner to
rejuvenate your
scalp and hair.
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Is it ripe yet? Look
under the dry little
spot on the stem end
(pick the bump off).
If it’s green, it’s
perfectly ripe. If it’s
brown, it’s overripe.