Avocados may assist with weight management and weight loss!
Avoided in the past, because of a common misconception that they are fattening. On the contrary, an avocado pear is highlighted these days as an important part of the diet that may help in the successful management of your weight.
Reducing the craving craze:
Avocados, like olive oil, is high in monounsaturated fats (71%). Most of which is oleic acid, the same fatty acid found in olive oil. Monounsaturated fats speeds up the basal metabolic rate, and gives a quicker feeling of fullness which reduces overeating.
Due to the richness of avocado, the diet is made more appetizing and therefore reduces the temptation to binge on unhealthy foods.
Less is more:
Avocados is a source of fiber, potassium and folate. They are deemed a choice food, because of the fact that, compared to nuts, which is also a source of fiber, potassium, and folate, avocado pear only has half the energy per serving. You have less kilojoules, but more of the necessary essentials your body needs.
Potassium helps with regulating your fluid balance and thus reduces water retention.
Folate, helps that your protein is metabolized properly, assisting your body in maintaining stable insulin levels. Consistent insulin levels means that your blood sugar is controlled, fat is burned and thus, less fat will be stored.
The result…. weight loss!
Get your gut out of the rut:
Avocados has the highest concentration of dietary fiber of all other common fruits. The fiber in avocados is a combination of ¾ insoluble fiber and ¼ soluble fiber. Each of these are responsible for doing its own work in the gut.
Soluble fiber absorbs fluid in the gut. This results in a soft gel-like substance, which allows for a soft stool. Such a soft stool can pass through the gut much easier. Insoluble fiber is the roughage, and this cleans your gut by removing waste.
Having a healthy gut definitely assist with a healthy weight and may even help with weight loss.
Take home message:
Choose avocado pear and you will be surprised with all the extra benefits you gain.
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