Avocados are a shining example of an ancient superfood. The avocado is thought to have been named by the Aztecs. Their word for testicle, “ahuacatl” is quite similar to the word “avocado” and it is believed that the shape of the fruit was responsible for the connection. Avocados caught their big break when they captured the attention of Spanish Conquistadores in the early … [Read more...] about The Journey Of The Avocado To Super-Food Stardom
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The Amazing Avocado-What Makes It Such a Superfood?
Avocados- is it the mild, nutty taste, the creamy texture, or that singular green color that makes us love them so? All three are great reasons, but there are many, many more reasons to love the simple, yet wonderful avocado. Dietician and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Lori Zanini, emphasizes that avocados are one of the only fruits that contain … [Read more...] about The Amazing Avocado-What Makes It Such a Superfood?
Avocado Dip
This dip is so good you will want to eat it by the spoonfuls. Dip it, thin it for a salad dressing or add it to your chicken salad. GOOD FOR YOU FOODS IN THIS RECIPE: Greek Yogurt - Unsweetened, full fat Greek yogurt is one of the healthiest yogurts that you could add to your diet as a diabetic as it’s very low in sugar and contains a very high amount of protein. Rich in … [Read more...] about Avocado Dip