Avocado
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Avocados are fruits, not vegetables. They are a nutritious source of potassium. Avocados are also sodium- and cholesterolA substance present in many tissues and an important constituent of cell membranes although high concentrations of a certain type of cholesterol in the blood are unhealthy.-free. An avocado has a higher fatOne of the three main food constituents (with carbohydrate and protein), and the main form in which energy is stored in the body. content (5g per serving) than other fruit. However, the fatOne of the three main food constituents (with carbohydrate and protein), and the main form in which energy is stored in the body. is monounsaturated fatOne of the three main food constituents (with carbohydrate and protein), and the main form in which energy is stored in the body., which is considered healthy when eaten in small amounts. Diets rich in monounsaturated fatty acids can reduce cholesterolA substance present in many tissues and an important constituent of cell membranes although high concentrations of a certain type of cholesterol in the blood are unhealthy. and increase the ratio of high-density lipoproteinOne of a group of compounds that consist of a protein combined with a lipid, and help to transport lipids in the blood and lymphatic system. (HDL) to low-density lipoproteinOne of a group of compounds that consist of a protein combined with a lipid, and help to transport lipids in the blood and lymphatic system. (LDL). Diets rich in avocado may reduce plasmaFluid in which the blood cells are suspended. lipidOne of a group of compounds that are an important energy source. levels, according to many studies. Avocado is also a rich source of beta-sisterol, which is believed to have cholesterolA substance present in many tissues and an important constituent of cell membranes although high concentrations of a certain type of cholesterol in the blood are unhealthy.-lowering effects as well as anti-cancerAbnormal, uncontrolled cell division resulting in a malignant tumour that may invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant parts of the body. effects.
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These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. |
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High cholesterolA substance present in many tissues and an important constituent of cell membranes although high concentrations of a certain type of cholesterol in the blood are unhealthy. |
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Osteoarthritis (knee and hip) |
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Psoriasis (skin disorder) |
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*Key to grades:
A: Strong scientific evidence for this use;
B: Good scientific evidence for this use;
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use;
D: Fair scientific evidence against this use (it may not work);
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use (it likely does not work).
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Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to avocado, banana, chestnut or natural rubber latex. Use cautiously with anticoagulants (like warfarin), Avoid with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). Doses greater than found in a normal diet is not recommended if pregnant or breastfeeding. Some types of avocado may be unsafe when breastfeeding.
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Angioedema/urticaria, asthma, fluA viral infection affecting the respiratory system.-like symptoms, hemiplegiaAlso called hemiparesis. Paralysis of one side of the body., migraine headache with fever, nausea, vomiting
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Anti-inflammatories, drugs that increase the risk of bleeding (bloodA fluid that transports oxygen and other substances through the body, made up of blood cells suspended in a liquid. thinners) like anticoagulants (like warfarin (like CoumadinÆ)), lipidOne of a group of compounds that are an important energy source. (fatOne of the three main food constituents (with carbohydrate and protein), and the main form in which energy is stored in the body.)-lowering drugs, MAOI drugs, beta-sitosterol, or herbs and supplements with similar effects.
Adults (18 years and older):
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Fruit: Ω -1 Ω avocado has been used daily for 2-4 weeks to decrease serum lipids. 300g avocado daily has been used as a substitute for other lipids (fats) for seven days. Avocado-enriched diets, with 75% of the fatOne of the three main food constituents (with carbohydrate and protein), and the main form in which energy is stored in the body. coming from the avocado, for 2-4 weeks have been used for high cholesterolA substance present in many tissues and an important constituent of cell membranes although high concentrations of a certain type of cholesterol in the blood are unhealthy..
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Combination products: 300 or 600mg of the combination product ASU has been used to treat knee osteoarthritisA disease mainly of the large joints of the body, as a result of wear and tear of the surface cartilage.. 300mg/kg of ASU has been used up to three months and six months for hip and knee osteoarthritisA disease mainly of the large joints of the body, as a result of wear and tear of the surface cartilage.. Doses of 300mg/kg for two years have also been studied for hip osteoarthritisA disease mainly of the large joints of the body, as a result of wear and tear of the surface cartilage.. The cream, RegividermÆ, made of avocado oil with 82.9mg/kg vitamin E, has been applied twice daily for 12 months for psoriasis
Children (younger than 18 years):
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Not enough scientific data available.
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