More than 75 percent
of the fat in avocados is considered «good» fat, with 5 grams per 50 - ounce serving coming from monounsaturated fat and 1 gram from polyunsaturated fat.
The majority
of fat in avocados are oleic acid which is a monounsaturated fatty acid.
It's good to remember that calories and fat aren't the enemy (see here for more info) and that the type
of fat in avocados is satiating and healthy.
Healthy Fats: The majority
of fat in avocados is the healthy kind, monounsaturated fat in the form of oleic acid.
Nutritional note: don't be afraid
of the fat in avocados.
Good fats can help improve intake of dietary without raising LDL «bad» cholesterol levels and over 75 %
of the fat in avocados are unsaturated fats.
Over 75 %
of the fat in avocados is unsaturated, making them a great substitute for foods high in saturated fat.
Avocados have naturally good fats, over 75 %
of the fat in a avocado is unsaturated.
Recent research finds that
some of the fats in avocado are antioxidant and block cancer growth.
Not exact matches
Foods like
avocado, butter, coconut oil, eggs, and fish high
in omega - 3
fats — such as salmon, albacore tuna, and sardines — are bountiful sources
of healthy
fats.
Our
avocado trick cuts
fat in half, keeping all the creamy goodness
of classic egg salad.
Given our passion about the link between diet and health, we created this recipe out
of a fun natural partnership with the Hass
Avocado Board, who has teamed up with the American Diabetes Association
in a national Stop Diabetes movement to increase awareness about the role that good
fats play
in daily nutrition.
Avocados are very high
in omega 3 fatty acids, the good kind
of fat,
in the form
of alpha - linolenic acid.
A healthier way to add
fat to your salad is
in the form
of whole foods, like nuts and
avocados.
Add a good dose
of healthy monounsaturated
fats from creamy
avocado for glowing skin and the super-food properties
of raw cacao powder, and you've got yourself the cheapest rejuvenating method you can make
in your own kitchen.
Puddings: 1/2 c. full -
fat coconut milk or other milk
of your choice 1/4 c. fresh mint leaves 2 T. chia seeds 1/2
avocado, peeled 1/2 c. frozen spinach or 1 large handful fresh spinach 3 pitted medjool dates, soaked
in hot water for a few minutes if not still soft and then drained, or 2 1/2 T honey 1/4 t. vanilla extract 1 T. + 1 t. cocoa powder
I avoid processed
fats, like margarine or canola oil, but whole
fats from olives,
avocados, coconuts, seeds, nuts, and humanely raised animals (butter, lard, suet, schmaltz) are a necessary part
of the diet, and lead to feeling full
in ways that allow people to cut down on sugar (which is less healthy, as you say).
It's high
in protein from the quinoa and healthy
fats from the
avocado and sunflower seeds, and tons
of vitamins (like C and A).
I added
in a small chunk
of frozen spinach for that green hue, and a little extra nutrition, then I went with half
of a small
avocado which added
in healthy
fats and a little more green!»
In general, a healthy ketogenic diet consists
of lots
of green leafy vegetables, fish and seafood, meats and organ meats, healthy
fats (like olive oil, coconut oil,
avocado oil, tallow, & lard), and small amounts
of nuts and seeds and berries.
(The Hass
avocado that we analyzed for nutrient content on our website contained 22 grams
of fat per cup and provided 82 %
of its total calories
in the form
of fat.)
Not all
avocados are identical
in terms
of fat content, however.
This pasta dish is filled with all good things for your heart health, and is low
in calories yet still so filling from the combination
of protein from the shrimp and whole wheat pasta along with the good
fat from the
avocado.
Most
of the
fats in this recipe (from the
avocado and the eggs) are healthy
in moderation.
Over a series
of experiments I replaced the olive oil with
avocado to squeeze
in those healthy
fats, and replaced the combination
of gluten - free flours with wholemeal wheat.
You can serve up a healthy platter
of spring rolls to your guests with protein
in the chicken, vegetables, carbs
in the wrap and healthy
fat in the
avocado.
Serves 6 Total Time: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups
of orzo, dry 1 pound
of precooked shrimp, defrosted (wild - caught is best) 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 Teaspoons
of Old Bay, divided 1 Cup
of grape tomatoes, sliced
in half 1 Cup
of golden tomatoes, sliced
in half 5 Scallions, chopped (white and green parts) 1 Cup Parsley, chopped Juice
of 3 lemons 1/2 Teaspoon salt Pepper to taste 1/4 Cup reduced -
fat feta cheese Top with fresh
avocado
-LSB-...] Most non-meat sources
of protein (where, arguably, the heft
of the meal lies) are far lower
in fat than their meat counterparts, so it's often necessary to use the artful application
of oils, butters, nuts,
avocados and / or dairy products to bring out the applied flavors.
Leave
in the
avocado because although it adds to the
fat, it's the good kind
of fat that helps you lose
fat.
This is a family friendly ice cream recipe that all ages will adore, and is full
of antioxidant rich blueberries, gut flora loving coconut milk and delectable creamy
avocado which is high
in lovely monounsaturated
fats that will make your hair shine and your skin glow.
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Avocados can help consumers meet the dietary guidelines
of the American Heart Association, which are to eat a diet that is low to moderate
in fat.
Breakfast — Either a smoothie with greens and healthy
fats (
avocado, almond butter, coconut etc) or steel - cut oatmeal with tons
of toppings
in the winter.
The
avocado replaces some
of the saturated
fat (butter) and white whole wheat flour — which has all the nutritional benefits
of regular whole wheat flour — is used
in addition to all - purpose flour.
Treated simply, and covered
in an amazing tomatillo, jalapeno
avocado salsa, this paleo - friendly and Mediterranean Diet - approved recipe is full
of protein and good
fats that will both satisfy and delight.
That's right, there is no tuna
in this recipe which uses almonds (that have been soaked overnight
in pickle jar juice) plus the good
fat and creaminess
of an
avocado, instead
of mayonnaise.
Avocados are rich
in good
fats and they enhance the absorption
of fat - soluble nutrients from the rest
of this great dish.
In fact, 71 %
of an
avocado is made up
of monounsaturated
fat, that
of which is proven to improve heart health!
Most desserts feature empty calories and lots
of sugar that hit the spot for a brief moment, but fail to satisfy like the nourishing
fats in avocado.
Pasta salad isn't usually the healthiest recipe with all that mayo (even vegan mayo), so I wanted to make this a no - oil - added pasta salad by replacing the mayo
in the dressing with the healthy
fat of avocado.
Although a ketogenic lifestyle is typically higher
in dietary
fat than most «diets», I can personally think
of SO many other ways to incorporate other
fats into my day (coconut butter,
avocado, olive oil, coconut butter,
avocado oil, fattier cuts
of meat, pumpkin seeds, coconut butter, beef tallow, and did I mention coconut butter already?).
That's right, you can reap the lower abdominal
fat - blasting benefits
of an
avocado without actually being able to recognize that it is the main component
in the dish!
For the
avocado bit, I just mashed up half an
avocado with a bit
of water and salt, but you could give my light guacamole a try as it's made with a secret ingredient to keep it lower
in fat.
The silica
in cucumbers and the type
of fat and amino acids found
in avocados provide the building blocks necessary for cell regeneration and repair.
Regular coconut milk, coconut oil, coconut flakes, and
of course
avocado are all high
in fat so that's where the vast majority
of the calories come from, although granted six ears
of corn would contribute ~ 600 calories, making it the second highest contributor
of calories
in the recipe.
A zesty
avocado - jalapeno salad dressing that's full
of flavor and healthy
fats to ensure we are able to absorb all
of the nutrients
in this salad.
I have sensitivities to many beloved foods... the yeast (or anything that is fermented and would increase my own body's yeast levels, wine being one
of them... grrr...), bananas,
avocados (yep, I can not digest and assimilate the
fat in them very well outside a few spoons
of guac), coconut
in butter / oil form.
From The Author: «A healthy and delicious Vegan Black Bean Salad with Corn and
Avocado In A Tangy Lime Dressing — No - Cook, Full
Of Heart Healthy
Fat and Loaded With Flavor!»
It's so luxurious and creamy — I could eat a whole one everyday
in my usual lunch (which is a huge salad) but I do monitor my intake
of fats on this high carb low
fat vegan diet so I probably eat 1
avocado per week for healthy whole food
fats.
Not only do
avocados taste great, but they're filled with monounsaturated
fats (the good kind that can actually lower your cholesterol when used
in place
of saturated
fats).
They are both creamy
fats but
avocado is a lot more like heavy cream
in terms
of fat than pumpkin is.