00:00Just a tablespoon of organic, cold-pressed avocado oil.
00:09This can do amazing things for your heart, your eyes, your brain, your skin, as well as so much more.
00:17I want to share the physiological things that avocado oil can do for our bodies.
00:23You will be shocked.
00:25And when it comes to our heart, the oleic acid, the predominant monounsaturated fat in avocado oil,
00:32oleic acid has been linked to reduce heart disease.
00:35It helps lower blood pressure, improves insulin sensitivity, and reduces inflammation in our body.
00:41Avocado oil contains beta-citosterol.
00:44It's a plant-based compound that helps lower cholesterol levels by blocking the absorption of cholesterol in our intestines.
00:51This can contribute to a healthier lipid profile and a healthier cardiovascular system.
00:57And avocado oil has powerful anti-inflammatory effects because it's rich in vitamin E,
01:03a potent antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress in the body.
01:09This helps prevent inflammation and cellular damage.
01:13And when it comes to our eye health, the lutein and zeaxanthin found in avocado oil
01:18shows anti-inflammatory properties, particularly in relationship to eye health,
01:23by protecting against oxidative damage in the retina.
01:26And the lutein and zeaxanthin present in avocado oil are known as macular pigments
01:32that help filter harmful blue light and protects our eyes from age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.
01:39And regular consumption of avocado oil will contribute to sharper vision,
01:44improved contrast sensitivity, and overall eye health as these antioxidants accumulate in the retina.
01:51And when it comes to skin health, avocado oil has probably the best moisturizing properties.
01:58The vitamin E, the oleic acid helps hydrate our skin,
02:02as well as repairing damaged skin cells and preventing moisture loss.
02:06The antioxidants also help combat those free radicals,
02:10prevent inflammation, and promotes collagen production,
02:14leading to firmer, more youthful-looking skin with diminished fine lines and wrinkles.
02:19And when it comes to brain function, avocado oil contains omega-3 fatty acids,
02:24particularly alpha-linolenic acid, which is essential for brain health and cognitive function,
02:30as well as mood regulation.
02:32And the healthy fats in avocado oil support the myelin sheath formation,
02:37neurotransmitter function, and brain cell communication,
02:41potentially reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.
02:46And when it comes to your digestive health,
02:48avocado oil's monounsaturated fats promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria,
02:54improving gut health, digestion, and nutrient absorption.
02:58And the oleic acid in avocado oil is shown to reduce inflammation in the gut lining,
03:04alleviating symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders like ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.
03:10And one of the greatest things about cooking with avocado oil is its smoke point.
03:15It can go up to 520 degrees.
03:19Cooking with oils that have exceeded their smoke points
03:22can lead to the degradation of their nutritional value,
03:26the formation of acrylamides, a potential carcinogen.
03:30And these powerful avocado oils helps lower our bad cholesterol levels,
03:35our LDL, our low-density lipoproteins.
03:38It lowers our triglycerides.
03:40It increases our HDLs, our high-density lipoproteins, which is our good cholesterol.
03:46This prevents plaquing within our arteries, prevents clogged arteries.
03:51This helps lubricate our colon to make us more regular.
03:56So you prevent constipation to allow things to move through that digestive tract quicker.
04:02This helps our eyes. It helps our brain.
04:05And it helps the cells throughout our entire body.
04:09And using just a tablespoon of avocado oil a day will do remarkable things
04:16for your health, your cardiovascular system, your digestive system,
04:20your central nervous system, as well as many other systems.
04:25If you don't use it on your food, put it in your smoothies, put it on your salads,
04:30or take a tablespoon in, drink it right down.
04:34I hope you enjoyed this video. Please share it with your friends and family.
04:38Leave your comments below, and most important, make it a great day.
04:43I'm Dr. Alan Mandel.
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