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Related: Culture Forums, Support ForumsAn amazing, awe-inspiring, accolade to avacados!
http://www.californiaavocado.com/blog/california-avocados-bring-good-fats-table/The assumption is that if you eat fat, of any type, it will make you fat. In my opinion, fats should have never been called fats in the first place they should have been called lipids, a name thats a little easier to swallow. Our major nutrients, then, should have been referred to as carbohydrates, protein and lipids. But since the name of this nutrient is not changing anytime soon, its important to learn about the role fats play in helping us to create balanced diets. Not all fats are created equal, however. Be careful about the types of fats you choose and if youre trying to lose weight, you may even need to eat less of the good ones.
Avocado-oil-nutsAccording to the American Heart Association, when eaten in moderation and in place of saturated or trans fats, good fats mono and polyunsaturated like those found in California Avocados, nuts, and certain oils may help to lower cholesterol levels. Avocados also act as nutrient boosters, allowing the body to absorb essential fat-soluble nutrients like vitamins A, D, E and K. And for us foodies fats also provide a creamy consistency and a rich flavor.
One of my favorite ways to add good fats to my familys menu and simultaneously provide plenty of flavor as well as peace of mind, is to cook and bake with California Avocados.
Lets take a closer look at why you should be adding avocado to your plate:
Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant compounds. Thats a food that multitasks!
75 percent of the fat in avocados is unsaturated (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats), making them a great swap for foods high in saturated fat. Try some in the company of sliced turkey, arugula, sliced tomatoes and whole grain bread.
If you enjoy baking, heres a tip that will help makeover some of your favorite recipes: subbing avocado for butter or shortening, like in this recipe for Avocado Zucchini Bread, can reduce the calories in a baked good. As a comparison, 2 tablespoons of avocado = 50 calories, while 2 tablespoons of butter = 204 calories.
Did you know that in California Avocado, the greatest concentration of beneficial carotenoids is in the dark green fruit closest to the peel? To get to the nutrient-rich fruit directly under the peel, one should nick and peel the skin from the fruit.
Avocados can be a meal chameleon they can play a role in any meal whether its breakfast (with eggs), lunch (on a sandwich), dinner (atop a salad) or as a snack or spread (guacamole dip).
And there's a blog too...
http://www.californiaavocado.com/blog/introducing-scoop-first-california-avocado-commission-blog/
INTRODUCING THE SCOOP: THE FIRST CALIFORNIA AVOCADO COMMISSION BLOG
Here at The Scoop youll find delicious recipes, avocado nutrition facts, answers to common avocado-related questions as well as direct access to a growing list of experts; including chefs, registered dietitians, California Avocado growers and bloggers.
Throughout the California Avocado season (from Spring through Fall) well also be doing giveaways, contests and more right here, so be sure to stay tuned for those.
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Zac, when do California avos reappear in stores? I'm tired of the tasteless imports that ripen so poorly.
Totally agree. It partially depends where you are located, but California Avocado growers are already starting to pick, and we have seen some fruit already in stores. As we get into April (mid-late) volume and shipments to retailers will pick up. If you want to let me know where you are I can do a little digging and find out where/when you can find them!
Can't wait, should only be another 3-4 months before California avacados are available here in Wisconsin!
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An amazing, awe-inspiring, accolade to avacados! (Original Post)
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Mar 2014
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The Velveteen Ocelot
(115,683 posts)1. I love avocados!
Reading this makes me want to run to the grocery store and buy some. And then eat them. Nom nom nom.
pinboy3niner
(53,339 posts)2. Same here! Followed by MrScorpio's dessert...
Because I really don't want to deal with whatever's going on in GD right now...
http://www.democraticunderground.com/1018597295
http://www.democraticunderground.com/1018597295
The Velveteen Ocelot
(115,683 posts)3. Saw that. Mmmmmm!
A HERETIC I AM
(24,367 posts)4. .....
Raffi Ella
(4,465 posts)5. MMM, yummy.
I just bought some today. I'm going to have one in a spinach salad in just a little while.