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Theavocadohas become a symbol of good nutrition, thanks to the bounty of research pointing to itshealth benefits.
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Smithson is the author ofDiabetes Meal PlanningandNutrition for Dummies.
Avocados are also popular because they’re very easy to fit into your diet.
Eating too many avocados may result in some unpleasant side effects that you may not be aware of.
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“Eating too much avocado can cause IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) flareups.”
(Read more:The #1 Reason Why You Shouldn’t Eat Avocado.)
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