Avocados

5 ratings since posting on Tuesday, June 16, 2009
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Calvin
Calvin
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Big seed indeed
I had an avacado
In my Eldoado.
But it was conficated by a brazen deperado.
So I had a papaya instead - Calvin , posted 09/14/09
drus...
drusilla
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mushy pasty bacony green stuff
nom-nom-nom - drusilla , posted 06/17/09
Susie
Susie
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Fabulous
So de-lish and good for you! - Susie , posted 06/17/09
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YUM !
! - , posted 06/16/09
~glen
~glen
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Avocado can save lives, so can you, try it
Listed below are the tops benefits you get when you consume an avocado.


1. Avocados have a high concentration of potassium (60% more than bananas) which can be beneficial in protecting the body from hypertension, heart diseases and other circulatory problems.

2. It contains an omega-nine fatty acid that has been proven to lower cholesterol levels.

3. It is also one of the top fruits recommended for diabetics.

4. Good for the eyes because it contains significant amounts of a carotenoid called lutein which protects the eyes from cataracts and macular degeneration.

5. It offer protection from cancer and also has gerontological value since it contains significant
amounts of vitamin E

6. It also acts as a nutrient booster allowing alpha and beta-carotene and other carotenoids to be readily absorbed by the body.

7. Avocados also have folate which promotes a healthy heart.

8. Packed with dietary fiber makes it very effective in constipation and hemorrhoids

9. This fruit is also contains vitamin B6, an essential element in strengthening the immune system.

10. It is packed with Vitamin K which pays a critical role in blood clotting and bone health.



The name avocado also means testicles from the aztec word ahuacatl. No wonder they called it the fertility fruit and considered as one of the most potent aphrodisiacs.

If tomatoe is a love apple, then avocado is a love orange. - ~glen , posted 06/16/09

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