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A complete wellness guide explaining the potential risks of avocado consumption—covering allergies, medication interactions, digestive concerns, and portion control—plus tips for enjoying avocados safely.

5 Potential Risks of Eating Avocados (And How to Enjoy Them Safely)

A complete wellness guide explaining the potential risks of avocado consumption—covering allergies, medication interactions, digestive concerns, and portion control—plus tips for enjoying avocados safely.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Avocados
  • Lemon or lime juice
  • Serving foods toast, veggies, bowls

Equipment

  • knife
  • Cutting board
  • spoon
  • - Airtight container
  • - Lemon or lime

Method
 

  1. Slice avocado safely using a sharp knife and spoon to remove flesh.
  2. Stick to 1/4–1/2 avocado per serving unless otherwise advised.
  3. If on blood thinners, keep avocado intake consistent and consult your doctor.
  4. Monitor digestion and reduce portion size if bloating occurs.
  5. Store leftover avocado with lemon/lime juice in an airtight container.

Notes

People with latex allergies are more likely to react to avocados. Suitable avocado serving size may vary for IBS or sensitive digestion.