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Don't Throw Away the Healthiest Part of the Avocado: The Seed

Avocados are a very popular food due to their health benefits, but did you know that almost 70% of the nutrients in avocados are actually in the seed? So next time you make guacamole, be sure to save the seed!

Avocado seeds contain 100% of the daily fiber recommended for a healthy diet. They also contain more antioxidants than the entire avocado flesh. But that's not all; Avocado seeds have a long list of medicinal benefits you might not even imagine.

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Seventy percent of the antioxidants in an avocado are actually in the seed, not the flesh. These seeds contain an antioxidant known as phenolic compounds, which have antiviral and antibacterial properties that have been shown to help relieve the pain of stomach ulcers.

Avocado seeds are also very high in flavonols, an antioxidant that has been shown to be effective in fighting cancer. The main benefit of antioxidants is generally their ability to combat free radicals. Free radicals are believed to be one of the main reasons why people get sick, develop cancer, and experience accelerated aging.

Avocado seeds are full of fiber

These seeds contain very high amounts of soluble fiber, which aids all aspects of digestion. Bloating in the gastrointestinal tract is eased by the anti-inflammatory nature of avocado seeds. Constipation and diarrhea are also easily treated with avocado seeds. Adding more fiber to your diet is good for everything from weight loss to lowering blood sugar.

How to Use Avocado Seeds

Cut the avocado in half as you normally would when preparing it. Now here's the important part: don't throw away the pit. To use the pit most easily: mash it with a meat tenderizer (or simply a hammer) to form a paste as fine as possible.

Take this pulp and add it to a blender with your favorite smoothie ingredients and blend well.

Avocados are an excellent addition to any juice, even meal replacements and protein shakes.