Tag: avocado
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Avocado: What is it and how healthy is it really?
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Avocados: A Double Win for Diabetes
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Avocados: The Longevity Fruit in the Mediterranean Diet
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Is it a ‘GO’ for avocados and gut health?
Did you know that there are more microorganisms in the gut (over 40 trillion) than there are human cells in the body, scattered along a surface area ten times greater than the skin? Together, all the microorganisms in our gut are called the gut microbiota. Like a unique fingerprint, each person has their very own…
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Avocado Fruit Might Help You Prevent Diabetes Type 2
Avocado fruit is life. Literally. Diabetes type 2 is a very common disease that doctors encounter worldwide. Indeed, today is World Diabetes Day. The statistics show more people die worldwide as a result of suffering from diabetes type 2 than those with AIDS and cancer combined. So what is the connection with avocado? There’s a…
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Male Ketosis Might Have Significant Body Weight Results
Male ketosis is not set in stone and may very well have the same effect as it does in females. However, recently a few men have claimed that the keto diet has done wonders in helping them shed unwanted body fat. There must be some science behind this? Apparently, researchers are already onto it and…
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Avocado Hair Mask: Get Your Shiniest, Healthiest Hair Yet
Have you ever experienced the speed with which an avocado can go overripe – literally overnight? Avocados may be the wildly beloved, creamy fruit and go fantastic on freshly prepared toast, but this characteristic can be more than just a little annoying. However, there’s no need to throw it in the bin or compost heap…
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Cooking Oils: A Practical Guide On How To Use Them
Over the years, cooking oil has become a basic necessity for every kitchen. They help to speed up the cooking process, and they can also provide added flavor to certain meals. However, choosing the best oil can often be a daunting task especially when you consider not only the benefits but also the probable harm…