Brilio.net - Avocados are one of many people's favorite fruits . Not without reason, this green fleshy fruit does have a delicious taste. Moreover, avocados can be processed into various dishes, ranging from juices, smoothies, sushi mixes, and many more.
Just like other fruits, avocados are also nutrient dense. Reporting from healthline.com, 100 grams of avocado contains 2 grams of protein, 160 calories, 8 grams of carbohydrates, 14 grams of fat and various other types of vitamins.
Many people then use avocados as stock . Unfortunately, avocados are a fruit that rots quickly. Even if you store it, the texture becomes soft and the taste changes. Avocados can only be stored for a matter of days.
But actually, you can wrap avocados one by one in paper. If so, then store the avocado in a dry place or in the refrigerator. This way, the avocado can last longer.
But don't just use paper, because a netizen, Instagram user @ummubalqishaura, showed how to store avocados so they last longer. No kidding, avocados don't rot and last up to 30 days, you know.
Curious about how?
How to store avocados so they don't rot quickly.
Reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @ummubalqishaura on Friday (1/3), first make sure that the avocado you are storing is ripe. If so, put the avocado in a container filled with water.
photo: Instagram/@ummubalqishaura
The amount of water used must be large to soak the avocado completely. Not only that, he also added a bowl inside before closing the container.
"I added a bowl on top so that the avocado completely sank into the water," said the owner of the video.
photo: Instagram/@ummubalqishaura
After that, close the container tightly then put the avocado in the refrigerator. According to him, this method is effective in making avocados not rotten, lasting even up to 30 days. He proved this when he took out an avocado that had been stored for 30 days from the refrigerator. As seen in the video upload, the avocado flesh still looks fresh and has a bright green color.
photo: Instagram/@ummubalqishaura
Avocados can be directly processed according to taste. By practicing this method, you can enjoy avocado every day.
A number of netizens immediately responded in the video comments column. Some are even interested in trying this method at home.
"Wow, it can last a long time... Effective tips for suddenly dying everything, sometimes it's a hassle," wrote the Instagram account @lailiyah_ahmad.
"Is the water supposed to be boiled or raw, is that okay? asked the Instagram account @rizkiditiii. Then the video owner answered, "tap water, sis," he said.
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Benefits of avocado for health.
Avocado is a fruit that is rich in nutrients and has various health benefits. Here are some of the main benefits of avocado:
1. Heart health.
Avocados contain healthy fats, especially monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic), which can help reduce LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) levels in the blood and increase HDL cholesterol levels (good cholesterol), thereby supporting heart health.
2. Eye disease.
Avocados contain lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidant compounds linked to eye health. These compounds can help protect the eyes from UV damage and age-related eye diseases.
3. Digestion.
Avocados are rich in fiber, which helps maintain digestive health. Fiber helps improve bowel movements and prevents constipation.
4. Skin health.
The content of vitamin E and healthy fats in avocados can help maintain skin moisture and reduce the risk of damage from UV rays and premature aging.
5. Weight management.
Even though they contain fat, avocados can be part of a healthy diet for weight management. The healthy fats in avocados can make you feel full longer, help reduce excessive appetite, and regulate blood sugar levels.
However, it is important to remember that avocados have quite a high calorie content, so consume them wisely, especially if you have weight loss goals.