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by  N.Morgan One-third of a medium avocado (50 g) has 80 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals, making it a great nutrient-dense food choice. The avocado is virtually the only fruit that contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fat – good fat! California Avocados are naturally sodium-, sugar- and cholesterol-free. They contain around 20 essential nutrients which include: Fiber Potassium (more than twice the amount found in a banana) Vitamin E B-vitamins Folic acid Calcium Magnesium Sodium Iron Boron Avocados are jam-packed with cancer-fighting carotenoids. In 2010, the California Avocado Commission issued guidelines for getting the most out of your avocado by peeling it the right way. “California-grown avocados contain 11 carotenoids. According to USDA’s Agricultural Research Service , avocados contain a complex package of phytonutrients, including carotenoids that may provide numerous health benefits. Carotenoids appear to pr...

Survival Nutrition 101: What Is Bio-Availability?  As someone who has stored a lot of food for long term emergencies , I can easily recognize the temptation to load up on simple to prepared packaged foods.  Many of these food items are highly processed and loaded with chemical preservatives to extend their longevity, past due dates notwithstanding. All you need to do is pick up a package of Twinkies and you will see what I mean. How much do you know about survival nutrition ?  In an exclusive new article for Backdoor Survival readers, my blogging colleague and friend, Daisy Luther talks about survival nutrition and bio-availability. Survival Nutrition 101: What Is Bio-Availability? Have you ever talked to another prepper who has highly processed food stacked to the rafters?   Things like Ramen noodles, mac-and-cheese, canned stew, and sugar-laden desserts, with nary a whole ingredient in sight? More http://bit.ly/1Fih4GV 'via Blog this'