The Surprising Truth About Avocados
Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
Dr. Jockers
4.8 • 688 Ratings
🗓️ 9 May 2024
⏱️ 14 minutes
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Summary
Today, we're diving into the world of avocados, uncovering their remarkable health benefits and dispelling myths surrounding their fat content. Contrary to popular belief, the fats in avocados are incredibly beneficial, and they're not on the "dirty dozen" list for pesticide use, making them a safe choice, even if not organic. However, choosing organic may still have its advantages.
From the differences between Haas and Florida avocados to their antioxidant-rich composition and their role in boosting glutathione levels, we'll explore the numerous reasons why avocados should be a staple in your diet. Additionally, we'll discuss their impact on cholesterol, skin health, and gut health, providing valuable insights into maximizing their nutritional benefits.
Before we conclude, it's crucial to address potential allergies or sensitivities some individuals may have to avocados. Understanding these reactions is key to personalized nutrition. Join me as we unlock the surprising truth about avocados and empower ourselves to make informed dietary choices for optimal health and well-being.
In This Episode:
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00:00 The Surprising Truth About Avocados
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00:24 Welcome to the Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition Podcast
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03:21 The Amazing Health Benefits of Avocados
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09:32 Storing Avocados: Tips and Tricks
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11:00 Understanding Avocado Allergies and Intolerances
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12:50 Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes
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| 0:00.0 | Avocados, they're not on the dirty dozen. |
| 0:02.7 | They're not highly sprayed with pesticides and herbicides. |
| 0:05.6 | So should you get it organic? |
| 0:08.0 | I mean, ideally, it's probably going to be some benefit to getting an organic, but it's not |
| 0:12.1 | one of the foods, one of the produce items that you definitely need to get organic. |
| 0:17.5 | So you're going to be fine using a non-organic variety of avocado. |
| 0:23.7 | Hello and welcome to the Dr. Jockers functional nutrition podcast, the show designed to give |
| 0:29.7 | you science-based solutions to improve your health and life. I'm Dr. David Jockers, Doctor |
| 0:35.9 | of Natural Medicine, and creator of Dr.jockers.com, and I'm the host of this podcast. |
| 0:42.3 | I'm here to tell you that your body was created to heal itself, and on this show, we focus on strategies you can apply today to heal and function at your best. |
| 0:52.5 | Thanks for spending time with me, and let's go into the show. |
| 0:58.1 | Did you know one of the best ways to reduce uncomfortable swelling in your legs or ankles |
| 1:03.1 | and to flush out excess fluid or fats is by unclogging your lymphatic system? Over time, |
| 1:10.5 | your lymphatic system can become clogged |
| 1:13.1 | due to injuries or bacterial invasions. This can lead to chronic swelling in the arms, legs, or |
| 1:18.4 | ankles. That's why I love lymph system support by pure health research. This natural formula |
| 1:25.5 | contains ingredients like dandelion extract, burdock root, and bromelin, |
| 1:31.0 | which help cleanse your tissues, reduce swelling and fluid retention, and support a healthy |
| 1:36.7 | inflammatory response. As a listener of my show, you can try lymph system support risk-free |
| 1:43.3 | today and get a free bottle of curcumin |
| 1:47.6 | extract with your order. The curcumin extract contains curcogen, which is 39 times more bioavailable |
| 1:55.7 | than standard curcumin. This is a great option if you're struggling with stiff or aching joints. |
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