Why on earth would you ever eat fucking avocados?!?!, you ask incredulously.
Good question!
Avocados = 🤮
Not only are avocados high in fat but they also literally translate into the word “testicle” from the name given to them by the Aztecs because of their texture, shape, size, and the way they grow in pairs. So yeah, the thought of putting them in your mouth is a double yuck 🤮1Especially if you’re a heterosexual male or lesbian 🤮
But here’s the thing…
While avocados are indeed high in fat, it’s due to this high fat content that people who are trying to lose weight are recommended to incorporate them into their diet, as fat has a filling effect that can help you go longer between meals without eating.
Another reason not to be put off by the high fat content is that the fat found in avocados isn’t the type to worry about, especially if total fat intake is controlled. That’s because avocados contain monounsaturated fat, which helps lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and raise good cholesterol (HDL). Coupled with the fact that avocados are the richest fruit source of plant sterols, i.e. unsaturated steroid alcohols that may reduce the risk of heart disease, avocados have cardiovascular benefits. But even more important than saving you from a heart attack, avocados can also save the tatas because they’re high in oleic acid, a fatty acid that’s been shown to prevent breast cancer!
Yeah, I know, avocados sound mighty, mighty tasty right about now!
Avocado Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup, sliced (146g)
• Calories: 234
• Total Fat: 21.4g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 10.2mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 12.5g
• Dietary Fiber: 9.8g
• Sugar: 1g
• Protein: 2.9g
Glossary: diet, dietary fat
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