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Aug 2020
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The 5 Health Benefits of an Avocado

DR. ERIC BERG
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In this podcast, Dr. Berg talks about avocado and its health benefits. 

Nutrients 

• The amount of nutrients in avocado is very high. 

• An average avocado has between 500 to 800 mg of potassium which is good for energy, blood sugars and the heart. 

• It is also a physiological relaxer that helps with your sleep and blood pressure. 

• Folate, vitamin C, vitamin K, B vitamins, vitamin E, manganese, magnesium, zinc, vitamin A 

• It is loaded with fat soluble vitamins which also enhance the absorption of other nutrients 


Keto-Friendly 

• Per cup, an avocado has 12 grams of carbohydrates 

• Net Carbs: 2g / cup 


High Amounts of Fat 

• 77% of avocado is fat – mostly monosaturated. 


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Dr. Berg, 51 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in weight loss through nutritional & natural methods. His private practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. His clients include senior officials in the U.S. government & the Justice Department, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning.

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