Benefits of Avocados

Avocado

Avocado are mostly grown in Mexico, Domenican Republic and United States. These are the leading exporters of the fruit. It is also grown in other parts of Western Hemisphere like California, chili, Brazil, Columbia, Florida etc.

Avocado is not the native food crop of India. It was first introduced in India during 20th century, mainly imported from Sri Lanka and later imported from Peru, Tanzania and Indonesia. Avocadoes are also imported from United States. 

In India it is also being grown in small scale in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerela, Maharashtra and other southern parts of India. These are available in the Indian markets. These are mainly grown in warm climate.

Uses

Avocados are the main ingredient of guacamole ( a type of dip or spread of  Mexican cousins). 

Avocado turns Brown when cut, peeled or squeezed but it can be stored in low temperature or can be freeze for long period.

Avocado oil can be used in salad dressings. It is also used in cooking and is often compared to olive oil.

Avocado are mainly eaten raw or cooked. 

Some Methods to include Avocado in the diet 

1. Raw fruit: Avocados can be eaten raw. You can add chat masala, salt pepper or black salt to it. 

2. Guacamole: It is a Mexican dish made with Avocados (a kind of sauce). It can be prepared by adding onion, lemon, sugar/honey, tomato, salt pepper etc and can be served with crisps and chips.

3. Spread: Avocado can also be served as a spread. It can be prepared by mixing the pulp with cheese sauce or myonese or in hung curd. The spread makes a healthy snack with the toast which kids love to eat.

4. Sauce: Sauce can also be prepared with avocado by mixing it with salt, pepper, basil etc. and can be served with chicken tikka, roasted chicken or french fries and so on.

 

5. Avocado oil: Avocado oil is gaining popularity now a days, it is mostly being used in place of olive oil as it is known to have the same benefits. It also help in lowering the cholesterol.

6. Salad: Avocado in salad make a healthy alternative meal for the people who are willing to lose weight. 

Pro's of eating Avocado 🥑 

1. Anti-oxidative property: The avocados are rich in antioxidants that neutralize the free radicals in the body and reduce cell damage. 

2. Anti-inflammatory: It also help in reducing the inflammation in n the body.

 

3. Regulate Cardiovascular system of the body: The good amount of magnesium and potassium help to maintain blood pressure and also helps in the clearing of the blood. It helps in maintaining heart health.

4. Improve gut health: The avocados are rich in fibers which help in improving bowl movement. It also help in the elimination of waste and maintain the pH of the gut. 

5. Good for diabetic patients: Avocados are rich in fibers and low in sugar and helps in maintaining blood sugar levels. It is a blend of essential nutrients, with less sugar. It is better to include it in the diet.

6 Improve immunity: Avocados are rich source of vitamin A, K, Folate, vitamin B , essential fatty acid, minerals like potassium, Magnesium, iron etc which helps in boosting immunity and also help in developing immunity. Including Avocados in diet can help in improving immunity.

7. Improve eye health: Avocados are rich in folate, vitamin B complex, vitamin A, Vitamin E, carotenoids, which help to maintain eye health. Continuous use of avocado can lower eye problems like eyesight, cataract, myopia etc.

Con's of Eating Too much Avocado 🥑 

As the saying goes,"Excess of everything is bad", the excessive use of avocado can cause problems. Despite its benefits the excessive use can contribute to various health issues some are discussed here.

1. Antioxidants are good for health but excessive intake can you increase the pressure on the organs like liver, kidney and intestine and can alter its functioning.

2. It can also increase acid re-flux in some people. 

3. It can also cause allergic reactions in some individuals as some are intolerant to carotenoids and some to sodium and so on. The allergic reactions vary from person to person.

4. The Avocados are rich in healthy fats, but the excess can cause problems. Tough the fats are less harmful but can contribute to weight gain.

5. Excess intake of avocado can lead to upset stomach, diarrhea, vomiting and various other stomach problems.