Bella Adams
The Latin American avocado fruit is incredibly beneficial for the body. It was used for food and medicine by ancient tribes in the Pre-Columbian era, and with the development of economic relations, the oil obtained from this green fruit spread throughout the globe. Today, it can be bought even in the most remote corners and is widely used for a wide variety of needs.
Nutritional value of avocado oil
Nutritional value (per 100 grams of the finished product):
- Caloric content 884 kcal.
- Protein 0 g.
- Fat 100 g.
- Carbohydrates 0 g.
- Dietary fiber 0 g.
- Water 0 g.
- Balance of nutrients (in milligrams per 100 grams of the finished product):
- Omega-3 0.957 mg.
- Omega-6 12.53 mg.
The product contains vitamins – A, PP, E, F, D, group B, minerals – magnesium, potassium, iron, phosphorus, manganese, calcium, sodium, iodine, polyunsaturated fatty acids, chlorophyll, squalene, phosphatides, proteins, lecithin, carbohydrates, essential oils. The concentration of vitamin F in it is several times higher than the concentration of this substance in fish oil, and vitamin E – the most powerful antioxidant – is several times higher than in other vegetable oils.
Useful properties of avocado oil
The use of ripe avocado oil is incredibly wide. It helps to support the natural functioning of the heart and blood vessels. Its minerals stimulate the contractile function of the heart muscle, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids act as a prevention of atherosclerosis and thrombosis, as they have the ability to reduce the concentration of “bad” cholesterol in the blood and prevent the deposition of plaques on vascular tissues.
Avocado extract has a beneficial effect on the formation of blood cells and blood composition. Regular consumption of this product improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. In particular, intestinal motility increases, bile secretion is stimulated, and possible inflammations and wounds heal under the influence of an extract from these fruits.
Avocado oil improves the functioning of the nervous system. Regular consumption of avocado oil, rich in substances extremely useful for the nervous system (vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, lecithin, and magnesium) is an effective tool for the prevention and treatment of various neuroses, insomnia, and headaches. Avocado oil, included in your daily diet, will help to raise your mood, increase your efficiency, and improve your mental abilities!
Avocado oil is a very useful food product for women and children. It is also useful to include avocado oil in the diet of lactating and pregnant women. After all, lecithin and vitamin E contained in this product improve the course of pregnancy and childbirth, promote lactation, and play a key role in important genetic processes. In addition, regular consumption of avocado oil normalizes hormonal balance in the body and helps women improve their mood and well-being during premenstrual or menopausal periods.
Avocado oil is good for men’s health. Vitamins E, B3, and B6, an excellent source of which is avocado oil, help to increase potency and are very effective as part of the complex treatment of male (as well as female) infertility. Regular consumption of avocado oil can also be recommended for men for the prevention and treatment of chronic prostatitis and prostate adenoma.
The oil is able to protect cells from free radicals that have a detrimental effect on the body and thus prolong youth. By regularly eating it, you can boost immunity, recover from illness, and get rid of decay products.
How to store avocado oil properly
- Glass containers that do not transmit ultraviolet light.
- The maximum permissible temperature is +18°C.
- The container with the product should be tightly closed immediately after use.
- Storage in the refrigerator is permissible, but not recommended (sediment forms at the bottom of the container due to fat oxidation).
Harmful effects and contraindications to the use of avocado oil
Like any other food product, oil can not only have a beneficial effect on the body but also cause harm, in particular:
- It can cause allergies, although this is very unlikely, but the risk of individual intolerance is always present and should not be forgotten.
- The harm of green avocado oil also lies in its excessive and uncontrolled use, which at least threatens indigestion and diarrhea.
- In case of exacerbation of biliary system diseases, it is better to consult a specialist before use.
- The oil should not be used for frying, as its beneficial properties will decrease to zero, and the harm will increase.
By regularly including it in the diet in reasonable amounts, you will not only not harm yourself, but also improve the functioning of all internal systems and organs. Good luck!
