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Avocado consumption linked to better overall diet quality
A study by Penn State‘s Nutritional Sciences Department researchers suggests that eating one avocado daily may improve diet quality. Because many adult Americans do not follow dietary guidelines, poor food quality increases the risk of heart disease. Led by Kristina Petersen and Penny Kris-Etherton, the study, published in Current Developments in Nutrition, explored how eating
Bees can help prove avocado crops are free of a pathogen that could be a barrier to Australia’s exports
Honeybee on avocado flower. Credit CSIRO/Dr. John Roberts Researchers at The University of Queensland and CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, have shown bees can help prove Australia's valuable avocado crop is free of a pathogen that could be a barrier to exports. The findings are published in the journal Phytopathology. Associate Professor Andrew Geering from
Lime & Avocado Vegan Tart
Lime & Avocado Vegan Tart By: Lisa Guy This gorgeous creamy, vegan tart is rich in important nutrients needed for optimal health. Avocadoes are an excellent source of the antioxidant vitamin E and beneficial monounsaturated fats which are essential for healthy cholesterol levels and good cardiovascular function. They also provide vitamin K for healthy blood…