You’ve Been Throwing Away Avocado Seeds Because No One Told you They Could Fight Cancer!

You may not have been aware of the health benefits of the avocado seeds and like most people threw them away. However, avocado seeds are very healthy and they have been part of the traditional medicine for quite some time.

Are avocado seeds safe?

The avocado seeds contain tannis, which is slightly toxic. However, a study which was published in 2003 stated that avocado seeds are safe and they are not toxic.

5 health benefits of consuming avocado seeds

The avocado seeds are rich in nutrients, they are a useful source of bioactive phytochemicals. Avocado seeds contain triterpenes, fatty acids, phytosterols and glucosides from abscisic acid. They also contain 70 % of the antioxidant content of the avocado. The avocado seeds are also rich in soluble fiber.

These seeds contain antibiotic, antifungal, antimicrobial, larvicidal, insecticidal, amoebicidal, hypolipidemic, antihypertensive and giardicidal properties.

1. Helps fight cancer

The avocado seeds contain anti-tumor properties, particularly the powerful antioxidant flavonols. It was stated in a study from 2013 that extracts from the avocado fruit lead to the self-destruction of leukemia cells. A more recent study states that extract from avocado seed, known as avocation B, proved to be effective against cells of acute myeloid leukemia.

2. It benefits patients with heart disease

A study which was published in 2012 states that avocado seeds reduced the cholesterol levels in mice. It is also suggested that the avocado seed protects against arterial plague formation. Avocado is rich in dietary fiber which is connected to lower cholesterol. This fiber binds with the cholesterol in the intestinal tract thus preventing its absorption. Other studies show that avocado seed is also helpful for diabetes and inflammation.

3. Helps digestion

The fiber and antioxidants that are found in the avocado can help with digestion. In fact, South Americans used to use these seeds as a treatment for gastric ulcers, acute diarrhea, severe diarrhea and similar conditions.

4. It improves the immune system

Avocado seeds contain procyandins and catehchins which possess anti-oxidant properties which reduce swelling, stiffness, diseases and joint pain. These anti-inflammatory effects strengthen the immune system and put a stop to flus and colds.

The avocado seed also has antibiotic and antifungal effects which can prevent harmful pathogens like candida and other fungi.

5. It helps with the wrinkles

It is proven that the toil from the avocado seed increases the collagen in the skin thus reducing the wrinkles. This oil is also used as a treatment for acne flare-ups.

How to take out the avocado seed

• Slice the avocado round the pit so that you can extract the seed
• Place the tip of the knife into the pit, then twist and smoothly pull
• At last, remove the seed from your knife
• Place the seed into a plastic bag and squash it with a hammer

Recipes for an avocado smoothie:

Recipe 1:

Ingredients:

1/2 avocado

1/2 avocado seed

1 ripe pear

1 cup of almond milk or water

1 small piece of ginger (grated)

1/2 apple

1 cup of organic spinach

Crush the seed and mix all of the ingredients until they become creamy

Recipe 2:

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cups of water or almond milk

1/2 avocado seed

1/2 to 3/4 of a ripe mango

1 ripe pear

3/4 of a head of red leaf lettuce

3 tablespoons of ground flaxseed

Crush the avocado seed and mix all the ingredients until they become smooth.