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    Avocados. . . aren’t they bad for you?

    That’s the most common question I’m asked when I bring up the topic ofavocados. Avocados are a fruit—and one of the few having fat. Fortunately for your heart, they contain good monounsaturated fat. Unfortunately for your waist line, they’re also high in calories. Watching your …

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    Avocado Salsa/Guacamole Recipe

    Avocado Salsa/Guacamole Recipe Serves 13 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, chopped 2 vine-ripened tomatoes, seeded, chopped fine 1 red onion, chopped fine (about 3/4 cup) 1 jalapeno pepper, minced (optional) 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoon salt Mix all ingredients together. For more of …

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    Shrimp & Avocado Salad Recipe

    Shrimp & Avocado Salad Recipe Serves 4 1 lb cooked medium sized shrimp, remove tails 1 medium-sized tomato, seeded/chopped 3 scallion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 large firm avocado, pitted, cute in 1/2-inch cube 1 …

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    The Burn Fat Myth

    A common myth? You’ve got to burn fat to lose fat. And there are studies to prove it. In fact, two similar studies found evidence to that fact—one done at UCLA, the other at Georgia State. Each study had two groups exercise at either a …

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