The Ugly Truth About Avocados (You Won’t Like It)

About this Video

• Video Title: The Ugly Truth About Avocados (You Won’t Like It)
• Channel: Dr. Eric Berg DC
• Speakers: Dr. Eric Berg
• Duration: 00:06:11

Introduction

This video exposes the often-hidden downsides of avocados and avocado oil. Dr. Berg reveals how avocados are artificially ripened, leading to reduced nutritional value. He also discusses the widespread adulteration and mislabeling of avocado oil, highlighting the lack of regulation in the US market.

Key Takeaways

• Artificial Ripening: Many avocados are artificially ripened with ethylene gas, compromising their natural flavor and nutrient content.
• Avocado Oil Adulteration: A significant portion of avocado oil sold in the US is mislabeled or contains other cheaper oils like soybean or canola oil. There's a lack of US regulations to prevent this.
• Oxidation: Avocado oil is prone to oxidation, leading to inflammation. Dark glass bottles help mitigate this, but an expiration date is crucial.
• Guacamole Deception: Fast-food restaurant guacamole often contains minimal avocado, being replaced with cheaper substitutes.
• Cosmetic Mislabeling: Cosmetics often falsely advertise substantial avocado oil content, while actually using mainly soy, palm, and mineral oils.