Avocado Toast and Superfoods
This post has been inspired by Oscar Health insurance company. Recently I was invited by Andrea the outreach coordinator to write a post about my perspective on superfoods. Oscar health insurance company and New York and New Jersey health insurance plans use technology to take the stress out of healthcare. The plans defer from state to state but most plans give you free preventive care and a doctor on call tool that allows members to reach out to a team of doctors and nurses. Preventative care, exercise, stress and the kinds of foods you put in your body are all important factors in being as healthy as you can be.
So when I began my research about superfoods I quickly came to the conclusion that it depends on who you ask. Everyone has a slightly different idea. Next I decided to look-up the definition of what is a superfood and that also depends on what source you use. What I came to realize is that eating a well-balanced diet that consists mainly of dark green, bright and intense colored veggies, nuts, seeds, berries, citrus fruits and fatty fish is a good way towards staying on the right path. A big part of the way I cook comes from following the seasons. I believe that certain times of the year and in different climates food fuels us through that season. For example, watermelon brings more water to our bodies in the summer and so on.
One of my favorite I foods is the avocado. Prevention magazine refers to it as the world’s smartest fruit. A diet rich in this creamy delicious fruit can help your waistline, your eyes, memory and blood sugar. A couple of mornings a week I will have a simple breakfast of whole wheat toast topped with mashed avocado. Sometimes I will top with a sliced hard-boiled egg and sprouts. Other times with cucumber and sprouts. I have made guacamole, sandwiches, puddings, ice cream and salads. My sister and I will even to this day fight over them……..
What are your thoughts about super foods?
I wanted to share my thoughts on the above "avocado Knife" that my daughter bought for me a couple of years ago. It is a Kuhn Rikon made in Switzerland and it is an awesome gadget. This cuts through the skin, takes out the pit, removes the flesh......everything.
*I did not receive any compensation for this item.
I love avocado toast and superfoods, they're definitely amazing :) Also I love that avocado knife, I recently got one made by a different company and it is such a lifesaver :)
ReplyDeleteHi Phi, it seems like with avocadoes people either love them or hate them that is for sure.
DeleteWe LOVE avocado and eat lots of them at our home. This is a fantastic toast and perfect for any meal, Cheri.
ReplyDeleteThanks Angie, I do too!
DeleteCheri:
ReplyDeleteI love avocados and I would eat them with every meal except that certain family members are, regrettably, allergic to them. While others of us can eat them, I make it a policy to serve only items that we can all eat.
You are right in that the jury is out as to what is a superfood and what is not. A lot of it is fashion. It seemed like for a while there were seeds in everything and we all couldn't get enough quinoa.
I am with you in that I think it is best to eat with the seasons. I like meals that are full of fresh, seasonal vegetables and fruits with smaller portions of meats to accompany them.
Here's to healthy eating!
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Hi Dena, I hear you....great family policy, very thoughtful.
Deletenot an avocado fan but i like that birdie plate!
ReplyDeleteThanks Theresa!!
DeleteI could eat avocado toast for breakfast, lunch and dinner, so relish! I think balance is probably the most important aspect of healthy eating. Superfoods seem to come and go in popularity but eating fresh, local (when possible) and seasonal is the best policy to me.
ReplyDeleteHi Scott, I hear you on all accounts!!
Deletereally like avocado
ReplyDeleteThanks Don.
DeleteInteresting post! Just wish everyone here liked avocados!
ReplyDeleteHi Pam, it seems people either love them or hate them.
DeleteWow! This is amazing post Cheri! Avocado Toast and Superfoods are so DELISH.
ReplyDeleteThanks Anu!
DeleteIsn't it nice that such a delicious treat like avocados are good for us. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, yes it is!
DeleteBoth my husband and I love avocados but I tend to use them mostly in salads and for guac. I've got to start the morning with some avocado toast soon! I also think unsalted nuts are a pretty awesome super food.
ReplyDeleteThanks Susan, I love nuts as well.
DeleteI think it's great to eat whole foods as much as possible and eating seasonally is very sensible. That said, I make room for a little dessert, too. : )
ReplyDeleteHi Monica, I always make room for dessert.......
DeleteI love avocados and would eat them every day, if that was possible. Loving that gadget too and I would use that all of the time.
ReplyDeleteThanks Bam!
DeleteI love avocados and they don't need to be a superfood for me to eat them :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Tandy, I feel the same way, but it does make me feel a little better.
DeleteLuckily most superfoods, like avocado or broccoli, are delicious and nice to eat anyway :-) Love your plate and knife.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
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Thanks Amalia!
DeleteI have heard of this knife. It sounds like a handy gadget to have in the kitchen. And avocados are a favourite in this house too xx
ReplyDeleteHi Charlie, it's a great tool, thanks!
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ReplyDeleteOne more try (please delete the first comment): Dear Cheri, lots of "superfoods" out there but I agree with you and the other people who commented, avocados are very hard to beat - I also enjoy them on wholegrain bread with a tiny trickle of my favorite cold-pressed oil!
ReplyDeleteInteresting and fun gadget from Kuhn Rikon too!
Have a great (and healthy) Sunday!
Andrea
Thanks Andrea, great idea adding the oil......
Deleteyum! toast looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThanks Marcela!
DeleteHi Cheri,
ReplyDeleteI'm not very fond of avocado but slowly learning to appreciate this healthy fruit ... Occasionally added some in salads or blend with fruit juice. The avocado knife looks special.
Thanks Karen, I think for some the texture might take a little getting used to.
DeleteA+ research, Cheri. You've motivated this Ninja Baker to pick up an avocado...Who doesn't want to have better memory, eyesight and balance blood sugars? (Especially after the cookie monster comes out!) P.s. Love that you follow the seasons like the Japanese. P.s. 2. Along with the avocado, I'll look for intensely colored foods at the market next time. Do colorful cartons of Ben & Jerry's count? tee hee
ReplyDeleteDid you say Ben & Jerry's? why yes I think we can make an exception.
DeleteMmm love avocados and don't know why I haven't tried it on toast. I would love that and topped with sprouts sounds great. I try to keep our own sprouts growing indoors year round but this summer was so hot I was a little leery so will be getting back to them now with cooler temps.
ReplyDeleteHi Mindy, I am very interested in growing my own sprouts, will wait until it gets cooler here first.
DeleteI eat avocado on whole wheat bread with a sprinkle of salt every morning for breakfast! SO yummy!!
ReplyDeleteHi Liz, great breakfast.
DeleteI think people don't abuse the term 'superfood" calling trendy food "superfood". And then there is a whole industry behind that that is concerned more about $ than health. So I myself always try to be critical about new superfoods that pop up.
ReplyDeleteThanks Medeja, great idea.
DeleteI love avocado and this look delicious Cheri :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Gloria!
DeleteThis is always my go-to quick and easy breakfast. I just love avocado!
ReplyDeleteMe too Dannii!
DeleteSuch a simple idea --- they're always the best!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sue!
DeleteI love avocado and have one almost every day. This avocado toast looks perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelly
DeleteI have seen so much about avocado toast lately. This looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteThanks Julie, appreciate you stopping by.
DeleteI think you're right -- the list of superfoods seems to be different every time I see one! Avocado will always be one in my book, and this toast looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI agree Marcie, thanks!
DeleteI think you're right -- the list of superfoods seems to be different every time I see one! Avocado will always be one in my book, and this toast looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love avocados and have heard that they are one of the best things you can eat. Your avocado toast looks delicious! Have you ever eaten at First Watch? They have the absolutely best avocado toast if you are ever going out for breakfast. Ever since I ate it there, I have wanted to make it. Thanks for your ideas on things to add to it, Cheri!
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