avocado oil
Coverage of avocado oil in the Nexus archive.
- New study finds avocado oil products may contain cheaper oils
A new study reveals that many avocado oil products, which are popular due to their perceived health benefits, may actually contain cheaper oils. Consumers are paying a premium for these products, but the research indicates potential misrepresentation in their composition.
- Is your avocado oil FAKE? Study warns 89% of foods that claim to be made with the trendy oil are bulked out with cheap alternatives
A study warns that 89% of foods claiming to use avocado oil are adulterated with cheaper alternatives. The findings highlight widespread mislabeling of products marketed as containing the trendy oil.
- What to know about coconut oil claims
Mayo Clinic experts state coconut oil, despite being marketed for health benefits like weight loss and cholesterol control, is 90% saturated fat and increases heart disease risk. Studies show it does not regulate blood sugar, reduce weight, or lower inflammation. Alternatives like olive oil or avocado oil are recommended.
- Upgrade Father's Day grilling with whole snapper and pineapple salsa
Jess DeLuise shares a recipe for whole grilled snapper cooked en papillote with a pineapple salsa for a Father's Day meal. The fish is steamed on the grill in parchment and foil, served with a fresh salsa featuring pineapple, jalapeño, and herbs.