La Palta, queen of the Once
The queen of the eleven is the title, sovereign, that rules in Chile, the avocado or avocado; a food highly valued by the pre-Columbian peoples of Mesoamerica, where it has been cultivated for 10,000 years and which today is widely distributed in tropical and Mediterranean climates of the globe.
In Chile it is a classic of the once or snack, where it is usually accompanied by marraqueta, milkshake or French bread.
But the benefits of this noble food go beyond its incomparable flavor and creaminess, since avocado is a food rich in vegetable oils, antioxidants and vitamins E, A, B1, B2, B3, fatty acids, proteins and minerals.
Its moderate consumption is very good for your health, for losing weight; its oils highly valued for their cosmetic properties for skin and hair and its leaves have expectorant medicinal properties.
At Vida Recipes we want to encourage you to learn more about La Palta, which is why today we want to share with you 5 interesting facts about Avocado.
It contains no cholesterol or sodium, is low in saturated fat and high in healthy fats, fiber, vitamins and nutrients.
High in Potassium, according to studies, potassium lowers blood pressure, reducing the risk of kidney failure, heart attacks and strokes.
High in fibers, which help you lose weight and lower your blood sugar
It increases the nutritional intake of other vegetables when combined with their soluble nutrients in oil, which otherwise cannot be absorbed
They take care of your vision and fight aging, since it is rich in antioxidants that prevent muscle degeneration.
Now that you know all the benefits that avocado has for you, we invite you to learn more at vidarecetas, where you will find endless possibilities to accompany your avocado.
