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PRESS RELEASE
November ‘09
The A to Z of Avocado Oil
Westfalia Avocado Oil has now been available to South African consumers for almost 2 years. However, consumers still have many questions regarding the versatility and health benefits of avocado oil. A summary of these is presented in the form of an ‘A to Z’ of Avocado Oil below.
A. Antioxidants
Westfalia Avocado Oil is packed with anti-oxidants.
Anti-oxidants reduce the damage done by free radicals at cellular level.
B. Beta-sitosterol
Beta-sitosterol occurs naturally in avocado’s and is a natural substance shown to significantly lower blood cholesterol levels
C. Culinary Oil
Avocado Oil as an edible culinary oil is highly prized by chefs and food connoisseurs around the world. Cosmetic Avocado Oil is widely used in beauty and health care products.
D. Delicious
Westfalia Avocado Oil is delicious & nutritious!
Avocado Oil is also recommended by dieticians for use by diabetics.
E. Vitamin E
The high Vitamin E content in avocado oil makes it an ideal base for cosmetics. Vitamin E promotes health and prevents diseases. Vitamin E is also known to promote healthy skin, hair and nails.
F. Folic Acid
Avocados & Avocado Oil are a great source of Folic Acid. Folic acid is a B vitamin that helps the body generate healthy new cells. Everyone needs folic acid and it is especially important during pregnancy.
G. ‘Good Fats’
Avocado Oil contains mono-unsaturated fat – the ‘good fat’ that actually lowers the ‘bad’ LDL levels and increases the ‘good’ HDL levels
H. Heart Healthy
Westfalia Avocado Oil is endorsed by the Heart & Stroke Foundation and is promoted as part of a healthy eating plan. Our avocado oil is also Halaal certified.
I. Immune System
The goodness contained in Avocado Oil boosts your immune system and helps to keep you healthy!
J. ‘Jolly Healthy’
Avocado Oil offers a healthy alternative for everyday cooking.
K. Kosher Certified
Westfalia Avocado Oil is Kosher certified. Avocado oil is also a rich source of Vitamin K
L. Light consistency
The light consistency of avocado oil means you require (and consume) less oil.
Plus the oil you consume is full of health benefits. Double benefit!
M. Mono-unsaturated Fats
66% of the fat content of Avocado’s is mono-unsaturated fat – the good fat
N. Natural
Westfalia Avocado Oil is extracted from the pulp of ripe avocado’s and is 100% natural. Avocado Oil is neutral in flavour and suitable for all forms of cooking.
O. Omega 3, 6 & 9
Omega 3 & 6 are essential fatty acids and our body cannot manufacture these.
Omega fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats. They are healthier than saturated fats and have many metabolic functions.
P. Potassium
Avocado’s contain more potassium than most other popular fruits, including bananas. Potassium is crucial to heart function and is important for normal digestive and muscular function, too.
Q. ‘Quick & Easy & Healthy’
Westfalia’s Lemon and Garlic infused avocado oil offer a quick, healthy alternative to lemon butter and garlic butter when serving fish or seafood. Try it!
R. Rich in Vitamins
Vitamins are needed by your body to grow & develop normally. Avocado oil is rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Vitamin B-complex, Vitamin C, Vitamin H and Vitamin K!
S. High Smoke Point
Avocado Oil has a ‘smoke point’ of around 250¢ªC. This means avocado oil can safely be used when cooking at temperatures up to this heat. The high smoke point makes avocado oil suitable for frying, stir-frying, baking, roasting & most other forms of cooking.
T. Tryptophan
Tryptophan is known as a ‘good mood protein’ and is contained in Avocado Oil. Tryptophan is converted by the body to serotonin an important brain chemical that regulates impulse control and appetite, elevates mood, self esteem, feelings of optimism and induces calm feelings and sleep.
U. Unique Properties
Avocado oil is a unique fruit oil with ubiquitous health benefits!
V. Versatile
Westfalia Avocado Oil is extremely versatile and can be used for baking, frying, stir fries, roasts, casseroles, shallow frying, basting, marinades, sauces, salad dressings etc.
W. Wonder Fruit
Avocado’s are indigenous to Central America and the Aztec’s referred to this fruit as the ‘Wonder Fruit’
X. X-otic
Avocado’s are tropical and exotic. Avocado Oil adds an exotic ‘zing’ to your everyday cooking.
Y. Yummy!
Avocado Oil is yummy! Better yet, avocado oil is yummy and healthy! Now healthy meals can be delicious too…
Z. Zero Cholesterol
Westfalia Avocado Oil contains Zero Cholesterol.
A low fat, low cholesterol diet along with regular exercise is routinely recommended by dieticians and doctors to promote a healthy lifestyle and to ensure a healthy heart.
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