One of my favorite foods =) I try to limit myself to sharing half of an avocado a day with my toddler. Sometimes he allows me several bites and other days I'm lucky to get a bite or two in. Here he is after eating a "cado".
Packing over 300 calories and 30|+ grams of fat you'd think this food would be taboo for those watching their weight or trying to loose. Think again:
(cut and pasted directly from http://whatscookingamerica.net/avacado.htm)
Avocados and weight loss (dieting) programs:
The following information is from The Avocado and Human Nutrition. I. Some Human Health Aspects of the Avocado, by Bob Bergh, Department of Botany and Plant Sciences, University of California:
Weight control - Contrary to popular assumptions, the avocado can be a helpful part of a successful weight-management program. It brings several advantages.
Its monounsaturated fat speeds up the basal metabolic rate, as compared with saturated fat.
Its high fat content gives a quicker feeling of satiation ("fullness"), thus helping to reduce overeating.
Its high fat content makes an overall sound diet more palatable, reducing the temptation to binge on foods high in sugars or saturated fats.
Its rich supply of vitamins and minerals also makes the diet more wholesome and satisfying and thus more conducive to overall health.
Lily and I both LOVE avocado in any form! Chipotle's guacamole was actually the first solid food I managed to get her to eat without her gagging on it! And you're right, they've very healthy for you in moderation.
ReplyDeleteI never knew they were good for you! I always thought they were a "no-no" food! Thanks for sharing this awesome article! :)
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