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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Avocado Every Day

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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Avocado Every Day Can an avocado a day keep your health at bay? What does the research have to say? Native to the warmer regions of Mexico and Central America, avocados–originally referred to as aguacate or alligator pears–are fruits unlike any other. Avocados are characterized by a large central seed surrounded by a uniquely smooth and creamy green flesh that is encased by a rough outer skin. Botanically, they are actually berries! However, their nutritional profile does not reflect that of a berry. These exceptional fruits contain the highest amount of fat, calories and protein of any fruit. They also boast a fair share of fiber, potassium, magnesium, B vitamins (such as folate), vitamin E and carotenoids, among others. It's no wonder avocado consumption has increased dramatically worldwide. Not only are they packed full of nutrients, but the buttery, slightly nutty flavor is hard to resist. However, their high caloric and fat content

What Are 10 Ways to Stay Healthy?

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What Are 10 Ways to Stay Healthy? Here are the 10 ways to stay healthy: Eat more plants  Eat less processed foods  Move more Build your muscles  Wash your hands often  Get enough good sleep  Maintain a strong relationship  Manage your Mental Health  Eliminate  bad habits  Get Your Annual Check up Click here to watch Video  1. Eat More Plants One of the most important things you can do for your health is to eat a diet that primarily consists of high-quality plant foods. Eating more plants and less meat is associated with a decreased risk of many diseases, including: Obesity Stroke Heart disease High blood pressure Type 2 diabetes Many types of  cancer High cholesterol When eating plants, it's better to choose those that are as close to their natural state as possible. Pick the apple over the apple juice. Refined foods have often been stripped of their healthy fiber. Whole plant foods also have more protein. To make sure you're getting enough protein from plant sources include s

8 signs you’re dehydrated

8 signs you’re dehydrated Here are 8 potential signs and symptoms of dehydration to watch out for. Keep in mind that these symptoms could also indicate an underlying health condition unrelated to dehydration. If you’re experiencing one or more of these symptoms, it’s important to visit a healthcare professional for appropriate care. 1. Fatigue If you’re dehydrated, you may feel more tired than usual (2Trusted Source). This is because dehydration affects every aspect of health, including your sleep-wake cycles. One study that included more than 26,000 Chinese and American adults found that shorter sleep duration was significantly associated with inadequate hydration, as well as that people who were adequately hydrated slept longer than those who were not (4Trusted Source). Being dehydrated can likewise make you feel more fatigued during exercise. One small study that included 14 male athletes found that acute dehydration of 3.2% body mass led to increased fatigue percept