The large Hass avocados are in the supermarket! I love avocados, but the very large Hass avocados are my favorite. They were perfectly ripe today. At dinner we enjoyed fresh avocado spread on seasoned Rye Krisp crackers. It is the perfect combination. Yum!
If you've taken avocados out of your diet, add them back. Here are some great nutritional reasons why:
Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats that are critical for the health of your brain, central nervous system and your heart.
Avocados are a good source of lutein, the carotenoid found to be associated with promoting eye health.
Beta-sisterol, also found in avocados, is a natural plant sterol which may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, including 4% of the recommended Daily Value (DV) for vitamin E, 4% vitamin C, 8% folate, 4% fiber, 2% iron, 4% potassium, with 81 micrograms of lutein and 19 micrograms of beta-carotene.
Remember, 2 tablespoons of avocado equals one healthy fat serving, and is a strong member of the Feel Great Foods List.
And oh, does it taste good!
Yours in a Good Mood,
Dr. Susan Kleiner