Are Avocado Seeds Poisonous?

In this article we will talk about the avocado seeds and their impact on human health. Are avocado seeds poisonous for us humans or they may be beneficial?

Continue reading this article and you will get the answers.

Are Avocado Seeds Safe?

Although many people believe that avocado seeds may be poisonous, it is not true. We have good news for you. You can safely eat avocado seeds because they are absolutely edible and highly nutritious. They may be bitter in taste, but they are not toxic to humans. An interesting fact is that avocado seeds are much larger than the seeds of some other fruits.

Actually, the myth that avocado seeds are poisonous comes from a fact that avocado flesh, as well as avocado bark and leaves, are toxic to some animals, including dogs, cats, birds and horses. Avocado seeds may cause gastric obstruction in these animals. It is also known that avocado seeds may contain cyanide, which is toxic to humans. But, the truth is that avocado seeds contain amygdalin which breaks down into cyanide during digestion.

Fortunately, this amount of cyanide is very small and it is not enough to be dangerous for humans. So, we can say that it is perfectly safe for people to eat avocado seeds. As we have already said, avocado seeds are toxic to animals because of the fatty acid called persin which is contained in them.

Not only are avocado seeds safe, but they are also very beneficial for people. They are packed with vitamin C, vitamin E, phosphorus and a lot of other nutrients. These seeds also contain soluble fiber which can help in absorbing excess cholesterol out of your bloodstream. Due to high fiber content, avocado seeds are also great for digestion. It is proved that if you eat avocado seeds regularly, you won’t have problems with constipation. It is known that natural soluble fiber is not easy to find in foods. Oatmeal contains natural soluble fiber, but there is a much larger amount in avocado seeds. If you mix avocado seeds into your smoothie, it will have a thick texture.

Also, avocado seeds are high in tannin, which gives them red color and a bitter taste. Although avocado seeds are bitter, it doesn’t mean that they are toxic. It is known that some people eat three avocado seeds per day and they have no ill effects. Of course, people with melon, banana or peach allergies may also be allergic to avocados, so be careful.

How To Eat Avocado Seeds?

Now when you know that avocado seeds are perfectly safe for consumption, we will tell you how to eat them. People usually eat avocado seeds blended into protein shake or a fruit smoothie. Also, you can mix the avocado seeds into tea or coffee. This way you will mask the bitter taste of avocado seeds.

Also, you have to know that an avocado seed is very fibrous and tough so it is necessary to make it edible. You can make an avocado water solution or a dry powder of avocado seeds. It is easy to grind the avocado seeds down to a fine powder. It is necessary to place the avocado seed on a baking sheet and then to put it in the oven. This way the outer skin of the avocado seed will become dry and you should peel it away. Slice the avocado seed and place it in a food processor. You will make a great avocado seed powder that you can mix into your favorite beverage. It is also possible to buy avocado seed powder or avocado seed capsules that are already prepared.

As we have already said, you can also make avocado water which can be mixed with coffee or tea. You just need to smash two avocado seeds and soak them in water overnight. This way the seeds will soften considerably. It is enough to use 32 ounces of water.  The next step is to blend the seeds and to strain them into a half gallon of water.

Summary

After reading this article we are sure that you will include avocado seeds in your diet. These seeds are highly nutritious and healthy for us humans. But, you should never feed your pets and other animals avocado seeds because they may be toxic to them.

Fortunately, people can safely eat avocado seeds. Regular consumption of avocado seeds can reduce the risk of many diseases and improve your overall health. You can simply grind avocado seeds into a powder and add them to your favorite smoothie or coffee.

Regardless of how you consume the avocado seeds, they will have positive effects on your health. But, you should always keep in mind that all fruits, as well as their seeds, should be eaten in moderation.

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