Over the past decade, Avocado Toast has become an icon of hipster culture and a generation of young adults who carelessly spend their money on avocado toast. But are they on to something?

Avocado history and culture dates back to the 16th century where eating avocados was first documented, noting its butter-like qualities. It wasn’t until the 1920’s when the ‘California Avocado Society’ started promoting the avocado (also known as the alligator pear at the time) as they were having difficulty selling their crops.

These days with the popularity of avocados in celebrity and pop culture, it’s hard to imagine there was a time where Avocados were not commonplace.

So, are Hipsters on to something?

They may very well be, Avocados, aside from being delicious are packed full of antioxidants, vitamins (C, E, K, B5, B6, and folic acid), Magnesium, copper, potassium, and manganese. They are a good source of fiber and also contain anti-inflammatory properties and help reduce cholesterol.

Avocados are high in fat… good fats. Around 77% of the calories from avocados come from fat, but the fats contained in avocados are monounsaturated and Oleic fats which have been known to support reducing inflammation in the body.

Incorporating avocados into your diet is very easy!

So… It’s great that avocados are good for you, but their versatility makes it very easy to incorporate into your diet. From smoothies to salads, to dips pastes and sauces, getting Avo’s into your life it’s easy.

Here is a simple idea for a smoothie to get you going for the day!

Avocado Smoothie

• 1 Avocado
• 1 cup of spinach
• 5 pitted dates
• 1 and 1/2 cups of milk
• 1 cup of ice (or to preference)
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter (optional, can also replace with Tahini)

Method

Add all ingredients into a blender until smooth and serve.

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