Avocados are truly amazing as they contain in excess of 25 nutrients! These include vitamin A, B, C, E, & K, copper, iron, phosporus, magnesium, and potassium. They are also a great source of fibre and protein as well as containing beneficial phytochemicals which may protect against various disease and illness.
Below are just a few of the health benefits associated with avocados;
1. Lower Cholesterol
2. Control blood pressure & maintain a healthy heart
3. Fights free radicals
4. Anti-ageing properties - avocados are rich in antioxidants
5. Cure bad breath (always helpful!)
6. Nourishes your skin and makes you glow!
The wonderful thing about avo's is that they are soooo versatile, you can eat them in so many ways! I love mine in sandwiches with salad, parmesan and egg-free mayo, salads, on toast with tomatoes, on ryvita with vegemite and as you will see below in shakes!
I have a big weakness when it comes to my diet, and that is chocolate milk. I just can't help it. So instead of denying myself I searched for a home made recipe that was healthy and clean; avocados, who knew?
Chocolate Avocado Milkshake
Ingredients
1/2 ripe avocado
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1-3 tsp agave nectar/maple syrup (alternatively you can use 1 tbsp of brown sugar)
1 tsp vanilla essence
1 cup of almond milk
Method
1. all the ingredients together until smooth and serve over ice
2. Enjoy!
You can add a scoop of protein powder if you want an extra protein hit or to thicken could add a banana. Avocado's are great in smoothies with spinach and kale as well. There are loads of different options all over the net so get inspired!
Make sure you're avocados are ripe - if the pip doesn't pop out by itself when you squeeze them hard with one hand then they're not ready!!
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