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Other Names: Avocado, Aligator Pear, Persea Americana
Traditional Usages: Food, Cosmetics, Moisturiser, Dry Skin, Acne, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Hair Growth, Baldness, Dandruff, Emmenagogue (stimulates or increases menstrual flow), Healing Wounds, Aphrodisiac, Flatulence, Bloating, Coughs, Peel for expelling intestinal worms. Bad Breath, Psoriasis, Obesity
Resources: Mexico, Central America, Israel, Spain, South Africa, US
Parts Used: Leaves, Bark, Seed, Peel, Oil from Seed
Herbal Research: Avocado
Health Warning: Avoid during Pregnancy

Avocado - Natural remedy for Acne:  Avocados are rich in fibre and an unsaturated fat. They also contain an antioxidant which can help in treating acne. All you have to do is consume avocado on a regular basis.

Avocado – Natural remedy for Bad Breath: The fruit works by removing intestinal problems which is a known cause of bad breath. All you have to do is consume avocado on a regular basis.

Avocado - Natural remedy for Osteoporosis: Avocado is useful for osteoporosis as it is rich in vitamin D which helps to transport calcium to the bones. All you have to do is consume avocado on a regular basis.

• Acne
• Bad Breath
• Osteoporosis