Sonoma Diet Foods. Avocados

Brought to you by Sonoma Diet - a brand new and flavorful weight loss plan that brings together the art and science of flavor and nutrition.

Avocados

(Avocados are also mentioned in: Avocado's Fat Burning Index :: Negative Calorie Rotation Plan :: Mediterranean Diet :: Avocado and fat loss - just click on a link, command "Ctrl+F" and type in "avocados in the popup search window)

Also known as "alligator pears" because of their shape scaly green skin, avocados are anything but scary. Though it's relatively high in calories, this wonderful fruit (it's not a vegetable!) is a great addition to salads or sandwiches because it's loaded with beneficial nutrients.

In addition to being a great source of potassium and folate, two nutrients that are important for maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system, avocados are also a healthy source of monounsaturated fat, a valuable part of our daily diet (in moderation, of course!) because it helps lower LDL, or "bad," cholesterol.

A great way to incorporate the avocado into your day is to use it as an alternative spread on toast. Add some lemon juice and you have a delicious, savory treat — you won't even miss your butter!

Members Get More! Join Sonoma Diet Today!