Someone who likes botany share some avocado fun facts with me
Well I’m not much into botany, but as a cook… literally everyone uses the WRONG technique to cut avocados. The thing where u stick the knife into the skin to cut them and then scoop them out w/ a spoon is a great way to stab yourself in the hand, not to mention wasteful. The spoon doesn’t get all the fruit out anyway, it always leaves behind some on the skin and avocados are too expensive for that bull.
The right way to do a ripe avocado is to cut it in half long-ways, (GENTLY) twist out the pit w/ the blade flat of the knife, then while the skin is still on SET THE HALVES DOWN ON THE BOARD AND CUT THEM INTO FOURTHS (this is where everyone goes wrong). Then you can peel the skin off of the fourths (if it’s properly ripe), set them back down on the cutting board, and cut them into slices from there. DON’T HOLD IT IN YOUR HAND WHILE YOU CUT!!!!! PLEASE IT MAKES ME SO ANXIOUS AND UPSET WHEN PEOPLE DO THAT, DON’T BE MERYL STREEP!
-love, someone who is really doesn’t want you to chop off a finger w/ a kitchen knife because you wanted avocado toast
What do you consider the pillars of your diet? Like not what you consider the most delicious, or even necessarily your “favorite” food, but the food that if you look within your heart and are honest with yourself actually eat more often than anything else? I think mine is toast, broccoli, and eggs
‣ They are full of lutein (0.5mg/medium avo) and zeaxanthin. These are two carotenoids which are selectively absorbed in the macula. Relative intakes of both decreases in age, more so in females than males, and it has been suggested that a good natural source of these two reduces progression of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) and possibly cataractsas well.
‣ They have lots of folate, vitamins C, K, B6 & potassium, and small amounts of magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, zinc, phosphorous and vitamins A, B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin) and B3 (niacin).
These all have different roles. Vitamin A supports the functioning of the surface of the eye, and reduces risks of cataracts and AMD. Antioxidants Vitamin C and E protect against damaging free radicals, also reducing the risks of AMD and cataract. Vitamin C also helps in the synthesis of collagen, a protein which provides structure to the eyes.
The B vitamins can help by reducing free radicals, and also by lowering levels of homocysteine, an amino acid which may contribute in AMD. Niacin (B3) may help reduce the development of glaucoma. Thiamine (B1) may help diabetic eye disease, through the way it directly affects carbohydrate metabolism.
The fatty acids in Avocados have anti-inflammation properties, and may help reduce the progression of Diabetes, as well as improve the environment on the surface and eyelids to reduce inflammation and dry eyes.
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Do share your favourite recipes, and make sure you support sustainable Avocados.
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Been experimenting with #avocados lately in smoothies. This one is strawberry banana avocado protein smoothie, but you can’t taste the avocado! It just makes it really creamy. I used banana extract since banana’s aren’t always my friend while losing weight, but feel free to add an actual banana. I used a half cup of frozen strawberries, a scoop of strawberry protein powder, a large ripe avocado, a teaspoon of banana extract, and a mix of unsweetened almond and coconut (regular milk can be used as well). I also added a tablespoon of grass fed collagen and a half teaspoon of matcha powder but feel free to omit! #lowcarb #strawberry #banana #greensmoothie #potassium #keto #primal #paleodiet #fruit #hflc #lchf #healthy #cleaneating #protein #matcha #grassfedcollagen
Attempted avocado toast/bagel using neufchatel cheese instead of cream cheese. Reminds me of the old saying, “Somewhere between success and failure, there is neufchatel cheese.”
Tihs article explores the World’s Top 6 superfoods for ultimate age-defying beauty.
Superfoods for age-defying beauty:
1) Goji Berries
Goji berries, hollywoods hottest new food, are one of the most nutritionally dense foods on earth and house a staggering concentration of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, phytochemicals and essential fatty acids. With such an awesome constitution it is not surprising they are reputed anti-aging marvels. Originating in Tibet and greatly favoured in traditional medicine these dried berries have many noted health benefits including boosting immunity, lowering cholesterol, enhancing vision, fighting cancer cells, relieving depression and aiding weight loss.
Goji berries contain 500 times more vitamin C than oranges by weight and more beta-carotene than carrots making them a superb source of vitamin A. Together with vitamin E and essential fatty acids, these berries are ideal for any anti-aging and beauty regime. They also contain polysaccharides, one of which has been found to stimulate the secretion of the rejuvenating human growth hormone by the pituitary gland, as well as B vitamins, 21 minerals and 18 amino acids.
The most well documented case of longevity is that of Li Qing Yuen, who lived to the age of 252. Born in 1678, he is said to have married 14 times with 11 generations of posterity before his death in 1930. Li Qing Yuen reportedly consumed goji berries daily.
A study cited in Dr. Mindell’s book ‘Goji: The Himalayan Health Secret’, observed that 67 per cent of elderly people that were given a daily dose of the berries for 3 weeks experienced dramatic immune system enhancement and a significant improvement in spirit and optimism.
2) Aloe Vera
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The inner gel of the aloe vera leaf contains around 200 active compounds with over 75 nutrients. These include 20 minerals, 18 amino acids and 12 vitamins (even vitamin B12 – one of the very few plant sources of this vitamin). Aloe vera also has anti-microbial properties fighting fungi and bacteria and houses anti-inflammatory plant steroids and enzymes. Aloe vera is known to aid digestion and elimination, boost the immune system, and be highly effective at healing, moisturizing and rejuvianting the skin, naturally stimulating the production of collagen.
Aloe vera is best eaten fresh when possible (you can order large aloe vera leaves which last a few weeks refridgerated). Scrape out the inside gel, avoiding the outside of the leaf which is a strong laxative, and blend with fruit for the ultimate beautifying smoothie. Aloe vera has a mild flavour though a slight bitter edge, hence is best combined with fruit.
3) Avocados
Avocados are smoothing and softening for the skin and easily absorbed; compared with almond, corn, olive, and soybean oils, avocado oil has the highest skin penetration rate.
Avocado also contains vitamin E (excellent for the skin), antioxidant carotenoids and the master antioxidant glutathione that is exceptionally powerful and has anti-carcinogenic potential. High levels of glutathione are found in the liver where the elimination of toxic materials takes place.
Glutathione is effective against pollutants such as cigarette smoke and exhaust fumes as well as ultra-violet radiation. Research is currently exploring the potential benefits of glutathione for numerous conditions including cancer, heart disease, memory loss, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, eczema, liver disorders, heavy metal poisoning and AIDS.
4) Chlorella
The nucleic acids RNA and DNA in Chlorella (one of the highest known sources of such) direct cellular growth and repair and enable our bodies to utilize nutrients more effectively, eliminate toxins and avoid disease. The production of nucleic acids in the body declines progressively as we age, which is no doubt why their intake is recommended by Dr. Benjamin Frank in ‘The No-Aging Diet’. Paul Pitchford in ‘Healing With Whole Foods’ writes that ‘insufficient nucleic acid causes premature aging as well as weakened immunity’, Research at the Medical College of Kanazawa in Japan found that mice that were fed chlorella had a 30 per cent increase in life span. Replenishing RNA and DNA can be key to overall health, immunity and longevity.
In addition to nucleic acids, chlorella is jam-packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, enzymes and amino acids, making it an incredibly rejuvinating and health-promoting superfood. Spirulina is a virtuous equivalent.
5) Bee pollen
When it comes to young and beautiful skin, bee pollen has outstanding gifts. Swedish dermatologist Dr. Lars-Erik Essen uses bee pollen to successfully treat acne and other skin conditions and observes it’s beautifying and anti-aging effects. He reports that bee pollen ‘seems to prevent premature aging of the cells and stimulates growth of new skin tissue. It offers effective protection against dehydration and injects new life into dry cells. It smoothes away wrinkles and stimulates a life-giving blood supply to all skin cells.’ He believes it’s skin rejuvintoin properties are due to its high concentration of nucleic acids RNA and DNA, as well as its natural antibiotic action. Bee pollen has a host of other health-promoting benefits that include fighting infections, lowering cholesterol, strengthening the blood, Boosting the immune system, increasing physical strength and stamina, aiding longevity and enhancing libido! It has been called a ‘prefect food’ because it is so nutritionally complete.
6) Coconut oil
Coconut oil speeds up your metabolism and can actually help you loose weight. It is also incredibly beautifying and moisturizing for the skin and has antioxidant properties which protect against free-radical damage, keeping the skin youthful and healthy. Taken internally or externally coconut oil is a great ally for any beauty skin care regime. It also contains lauric acid, an anti-microbial fatty acid that kills bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Didi
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When I get payed, here’s what I take care of, prioritized in order of importance: 1. Bills 2. Meth(came to this small ass island to get clean and take a break.. Been 5months sober and I’m so ready to get back into my grind.. Once I’m in Spokane) 3. Avocados 4. Alcohol(dont usually drink wine but I’m living with sophisticated mother fuckers right now and bought with them in mind) 5. Thrifting(found this school girl skirt for $2 today)or art supplies
So I finally drew Larry stylinson they’re so adorable, poor Louis has to wear a couples avocado sweatshirt for his bae and is frowning because of it, so cute ✨
