Okay. You hear the word oil in conjunction with food, and your mind immediately thinks “fat”.
That’s true as far as it goes, but did you know that there are two types of fat?
Healthy fat, commonly known as good fat and the fat with which we are all too familiar – the bad fat that gives all fat a bad name. But we won’t be talking about the bad fat today. Guess which category avocado oil falls into? That’s right – good fat. Sometimes called an alligator pear, avocados contain a vast array of nutrients and over twenty different minerals and vitamins.
Now, there is a myriad of reasons why you would want to consume avocado oil, but let’s take a look at six of them.
1. AVOCADOS ARE DELICIOUS!
The first reason is simply – avocados taste good, making them a delight to eat. Delectable and simple to include in a daily diet – whether in a guacamole dip or mixed in with a salad – it is a versatile food that you can be sure your family will love and actually eat.
2. FIBER, FIBER, FIBER
It is a well-known fact that today’s typical diet does not include anywhere near enough fiber. And a lack of dietary fiber can lead to many health issues –chief among them – chronic constipation, which is more often than not the result of a lack of fiber and exercise in a daily routine.Avocados and its oil can act as a vehicle for getting the healthy fat into your system, and the fruit itself will give you much-needed fiber.
3. IT INCREASES YOUR “GOOD” HIGH CHOLESTEROL (HDL)
It is found that avocado oil increase HDL, the “good” cholesterol. Also, some studies in animals found that avocado oil plays a major role in lowering LDL cholesterol levels and blood triglycerides.
4. POTASSIUM
It is a sad fact of life that most individuals do not get enough potassium in their 21st century diets. Oh sure, we eat the odd banana and a potato or two, but many people are living with low potassium levels. Ask any family doctor. High potassium levels can facilitate reduced blood pressure, and by extension – a lower risk of heart attacks, kidney problems and strokes. Nevertheless, avocados contain more potassium than banana.
5. WANT GORGEOUS HAIR?
The healthy oil in an avocado – the oil that is so beneficial to your body – is also a wonderful tonic for your hair! Avocado oil helps to repair over-processed, heat-ravaged, damaged hair. Simply mix up an egg, a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil and half an avocado – apply it as a mask to your poor hair and watch as it restores luster and sheen to your crowning glory. In addition to this (as if this wasn’t enough) the oil promotes faster and healthier growth.
6. GLOWING SKIN
Proteins, lecithin, potassium, sterolin, antioxidants and a rich assortment of vitamins and nutrients loaded with avocado oil are beneficial for the skin. Avocado oil actually contains omega-3 fatty acids – essential fatty acids. Due to the specific chemical composition of avocado oil, it has an outstanding capability of retaining water in the skin and making skin smooth, elastic and fresh. Truly speaking, the amounts of nutrients in avocado oil are simply innumerable.
7. VITAMIN E FOR YOUR BODY & MIND
One of the top five foods for vitamin E content, avocado oil improves the health of the skin, eyes, and hair, all the while giving the immune system a good boost in the process. That’s all body stuff. But avocado oil has also been found to aid in the functioning of the mind – memory and mental acuity actually improve with increased intake of vitamin E delivered to the body by avocado oil. And let’s not forget that avocado oil also increases the efficiency of the digestive tract.
the efficiency of the digestive tract.
8. AVOCADO OIL HELPS YOU LOSE WEIGHT!
Avocado oil contains a high concentration of oleic acid, which may assist you in an effective weight loss regime. Not all by itself of course, but consumed in a balanced diet and combined with regular exercise, you will see the results in a relatively short time. Due to the high concentration of nutrients contained in the oil you will feel fuller, faster – in essence curbing your appetite.
Another factor contributing to weight loss – remember we said that avocado oil aids in digestion – well, that characteristic enables your body to better utilize the nutrients acquired from the other foods you eat – resulting in increased energy and a lessened reluctance and aversion to physical exercise.
Yes, avocado oil can help get you up off the couch and partaking in physical activities you may have felt were far beyond your energy level or inclination. And of course, regular exercise helps keep your weight down.
9. AVOCADO OIL REDUCES THE SYMPTOMS OF ARTHRITIS & OSTEOARTHRITIS
Arthritis is definitely one of the most painful inflammations of the joints. Arthritis affects millions of people all over the world. Numerous studies have found that certain extracts from avocado reduce the arthritis pain and the paints related to osteoarthritis.
10. AVOCADO OIL TRUMPS MOST OTHER COOKING OILS
Avocado oil is derived by pressing the fleshy pulp from the fruit. Most other oils are obtained by pressing the seeds, making them unsuitable for both salads and cooking. Ever try canola oil on a salad? Not so good. And while olive oil may be a close second to avocado oil, it has a much lower smoking point. When you consider that most oils lose the majority of their nutritional benefits when they approach their smoking point – we see that the only choice on top of the stove has to be avocado oil.
And lets not forget… avocados can make a beautiful looking brownie!
