I personally think avos are one of nature's perfect foods and eat them often.

http://www.regenerativenutrition.com/content.asp?id=443

As far as nutrition goes, avocados are somewhat high in calories compared to other fruits and vegetables, though OK if you don't overdo it (there is a low-fat avocado on the market which I think tastes like crap). I question whether they're any more nutritious than many other fruits.

Here's a good site that discusses possible food-drug interactions.

Since I wasn't there I can't give any more specific information.

I've been eating one a day lately; hope your source is correct and it will not help me gain weight.

;o)

I wouldn't believe anything the American Cancer Society said as there are way too many vested interests involved with that organization. Just call me paranoid if you like.

The class reader was not flexible enough or the handouts were not written correctly.

And I'm super curious about what they meant by avocado substitute. According to the guy who went to the class it was like avocado but not made of avocado. Unfortunately he tuned out because he didn't think they were giving good information and couldn't remember any more. I just couldn't see how eating substitute avocado would be any better than the real thing.

I agree with you Luckygal, the ACS is not the first place I'd go to get information on health!