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Cultivated avocado most likely originated in tropical America over 10,000 years ago, although there are some who point to Africa as an origin point and that the avocado rafted to the Americas.
The avocado is technically a berry belonging to the Lauraceae plant family. It has been cultivated for more than 5,000 years in Mexico and Central America. California is a major producer of avocados in the United States. Avocados play an important role in traditional Mexican and Central American cuisine.
Aztecs may have eaten avocados as both a delicacy and an aphrodisiac.
Avocados were spread by Europeans throughout the rest of the world.
Possible Benefits to health:
○Avocados may reduce heart disease risk by improving cholesterol levels because of their healthy fats.
○The high fiber content promotes a healthy gut and aids digestion.
○Avocados contain antioxidants that may prevent damage to cells.
○Fiber and healthy fats may contribute to satiety and weight loss.
○The folate in avocados is be beneficial for fetal development during pregnancy.
Avocado | |||
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Avocado | Average | 201g | 7.1oz |
Cup | cubed | 150g | 5.3oz |
Cup | pureed | 230g | 8.1oz |
Cup, | Sliced | 146g | 5.1oz |
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