Food with avocado extract could prevent bacterial illness

A study found that extracts from avocado seeds can potentially be used as a natural additive incorporated into ready-to-eat foods to control.

A recent study has found that extracts from avocado seeds can potentially be used as a natural additive incorporated into ready-to-eat foods to control microbes that cause Listeria. The study has been published in the Journal of Food Science. Listeria is a foodborne bacterial illness that can be very serious for pregnant women and people with impaired immune systems. Food products formulated without synthetic additives can be harmful for health therefore, food scientists are looking for ways to replace synthetic additives with natural ones. Researchers from Tecnologico de Monterrey in Mexico compared enriched acetogenin extract (EAE) from avocado seeds with two name-brand synthetic antimicrobials. They found that the EAE presented similar listeria-properties and chemical profiles to the synthetic antimicrobials. The EAE was effective at 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit)and at a refrigeration temperature of 4 degrees Celsius (39.2 degreesFahrenheit). While humans already consume actetogenins from avocado pulp that areabove antilisterial levels, bioavailability and safety of the extracts from avocado seeds need further assessment. Avocado seeds are a waste product of the food industry, and theseresults offer a value-added, sustainable opportunity for manufacturers. Here are some benefits of avocado for your health. Did you know these beauty benefits of avocado oil?

t helps in weight management

Being loaded with proteins and fibre, avocados provide instant and leave you feeling satiated long after. Even though they are high in calories, they play a vital role in controlling your weight due to the presence of unsaturated fats (healthy fats).

It prevents cancer

Avocados are rich source of phytochemicals that are found to exhibit chemo-protective characteristics and thus, play an important role in the prevention of cancer. The presence of potent antioxidants like glutathione, vitamin C and vitamin E along with carotenoids makes this fruit anti-carcinogenic in action.

It protects against inflammation

Due to the presence of healthy beneficial nutrients like omega 3 fatty acids, phytosterols, carotenoids and vitamins, avocados are regarded as a perfect natural aid to treat inflammation. This fruit is considered as a healthy food, as it not only protects the body cells from inflammation, but also flushes out the harmful free radicals from the body.

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