Bad breath: The avocado is one of the best natural mouth wash and a remedy for bad breath... WHO KNEW!? Cholesterol: An avocado contains oleic and linoleic acids that are effective in lowering the LDL cholesterol and increasing the healthy HDL cholesterol.
Immune system: Regular consumption of avocados strengthens the body's immune system.
Muscle and nerve: The high potassium content helps balance our body's electrolytes, aids muscle activity, nerve function and energy metabolism.
Caution: People who are sensitive to latex should avoid touching or eating avocados as it contains an enzyme called chitinase that can cause an allergic reaction. For more info... http://www.juicing-for-health.com/avocado.html
here's a "not-so-local" farm avocado smoothie recipe: (serves my crew of 7 in juice glasses)
Get out the vita-mixer your great uncle gave you... peel/core one whole avocado and put into blender with 1 cup ice & 1 cup milk & 2 teaspoons of agave nectar (use yogurt instead of milk if you want) blend on high
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