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 I want to talk to you about why olive oil is such an important part of our protocol, and it's kind of deceivingly simple. People think it's a little strange and, but quite honestly, olive oil is one of the major protective components that gives the strength to the Mediterranean diet, alright.  That olive oil and the fish oil, but fish oil I will talk about it in another blog. So,olive oil, so let's, here's the background: one, when we were Stone Age humans we would eat plants and animals, things like that, and we had this balance of what are called omega fatty acids. So you have Omega-6 fatty acids that turn oninflammation, you have Omega-3 fatty acids that turn OFF inflammation, alright, and we need some of each of these, roughly 1:1 ratio some wherearound there. And so, if you sprained your ankle as a caveman, so to speak, you needed the Omega-6's to turn on inflammation, and then once the damage is repaired you have these Omega-3's that help shut off the rep...

                           Avocado Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits The avocado, also known as alligator pear in some parts of the world, is a fruit and a member of the berry family. The fruit, which is mostly produced in subtropical climates, has more than 80 varieties and provides many health benefits. The outer dark green skin and the huge seed at the center of the avocado is inedible. The portion of the avocado closest to the skin is the most packed with nutrients. A ripe avocado should have no dents on its skin. It should feel firm but yield to gentle pressure when squeezed. Unripe avocados, which feel very hard when gripped, can be ripened at home by placing in a brown paper bag at room temperature for two to five days. Avocados that has overly dark skin, have dents and very soft are already over-ripe and shouldn’t be eaten. It can be used to moisturize dry hair.             ...