Avocados / Alligator pears

trottola

Are they really that high in calories.. It says 200 for a small one.. I know they're full of good fats, but is it good or bad to have them for breakfast? They keep me full for ages, so I often have one on toast with balsamic. Any advice gratefully received!

TheGoktor

I never shy away from avocados! As long as you log them, I don't see why you shouldn't have them. You're much more likely to stay on track by having foods you really enjoy than if you deny yourself!

*Note to self*: Try on toast with balsamic!

ETA: Also, when you log them, make sure you weigh out the flesh only, and find the database entry for flesh, not the whole avocado. Flesh is 120 cals for 75g, which I don't consider outrageously high. :bigsmile:

Enjoy what you eat - we all have to have food, so there's no point in not loving what you put in your mouth...if you'll pardon the expression!

coderchris

love love love avocados the good outweighs the bad. I make guacamole with some fresh salsa from the store, garlic powder and onion powder. I spread it on a turkey sandwich. It is wonderful.

15off

I love them too..but I have to pay VERY close attention to how much of a whole fruit I eat. Its easy to eat an entire avocado in a day, and thats the same amount of calories as in a meal! I like to mash them up and mix them with a small baked sweet potato with some "Bragg's" aminos...makes an incredible savory breakfast..loaded with fiber and nutrients (and tastes great!)

trottola

Thanks.. breakfast minus guilt.. I like it!