Avocado Nutrition Materials

Nutrition education is important to the California Avocado Commission and we want to help you make informed food and nutrition decisions as part of healthy eating patterns. Below are nutrition materials we have developed for use in your health and nutrition programs and to distribute to your patients. Feel free to download and print the PDFs or contact us for printed copies of these materials.

 

		Healthy Eating Patterns A Natural Fit with Healthy Eating Patterns: The nutritional and flavor profile of California Avocados makes them a perfect fit for a number of healthy eating patterns, including the Mediterranean Diet, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) as well as MyPlate and the USDA Food Patterns referenced by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Learn more about how California Avocados can be incorporated into any of these eating patterns.

		California Avocados and Kids What Makes California Avocados so Special? Avocados are often celebrated by moms, dietitians and pediatricians as a perfect “first food” for babies. The good news is, children’s love affair with this versatile green fruit is often long-lasting, triumphing through the “picky eating” phase and continuing well into adulthood. Find out how California Avocados’ flavor, texture, nutritional value and culinary versatility are perfectly designed for kids of all ages

Good Agricultural Practices Promoting Good Agricultural Practices: The California Avocado industry, comprised of nearly 5,000 diverse growers, most of which are small family farms throughout the state, is dedicated to providing consumers with consistently safe, high-quality and nutritious California Avocados. Read on to see how the industry continues to strive to support U.S. grown agriculture, protect the environment and produce a safe product.

		Weight Management UPDATED 2011 The Skinny on California Avocados:  With SoFAS (solid fats and added sugars) contributing approximately 35 percent of calories to the American diet, making healthier food choices can help aid in weight management and improve diet quality at the same time. Click here to learn more about how fresh California Avocados can be a dieter’s ally.

Meals and Snacks UPDATED 2011 Nutritious and Delicious Avocado Dishes:  Americans’ diets are energy-rich and nutrient-poor, but preparing nutrient-dense meals may help improve the quality of an overall diet. Find out how fresh California Avocados can serve as a delicious component of a diet consistent with the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

		Heart Health UPDATED 2011 Nutritious and Delicious Avocado Dishes:  Americans’ diets are energy-rich and nutrient-poor, but preparing nutrient-dense meals may help improve the quality of an overall diet. Find out how fresh California Avocados can serve as a delicious component of a diet consistent with the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

		California Avocado and Mango Chicken Salad Get Creative with California Avocados: We’ve got delicious avocado recipes for every meal. Discover hundreds of creative recipes, including one provided by California Avocado Commission spokespeople Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RD and Liz Weiss, MS, RD, also known as the Meal Makeover Moms.

California Avocado Scramble Get Cooking with California Avocados:  California Avocados are known for their exceptional flavor, adding a delicious, creamy texture to many dishes, along with nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. For inspiration on how to add this versatile fruit to your meals, check out these recipes.