avocado
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Is avocado high in salicylates?
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Sensitivity notes
Why salicylates food checker matters
Salicylates are natural chemicals found in many fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. They're related to aspirin and can cause reactions in sensitive individuals including hives, asthma symptoms, nasal congestion, and digestive issues.
- Start by eliminating the highest sources: spices, herbs, and concentrated products
- Peel fruits and vegetables when possible to reduce salicylate content
- Fresh is usually better tolerated than dried or concentrated
Triggers
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Serving size, prep, and portion notes for avocado
Creamy fat that adds body to bowls, toast, and dressings.
Typical serving
1/4 medium avocado (about 50 g)
Best for
toast toppings / salads / blended dressings
Prep notes
- Use ripe avocados for mashing or spreads.
- Brush cut surfaces with lime to slow browning.
- Slice with a sharp knife for clean wedges.
Portion notes
- A quarter avocado works well for toast toppings.
- Half an avocado fills a medium salad bowl.
- Two tablespoons mashed is enough for a spread.
Watch for
browning once cut / very ripe fruit in hot dishes
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Salicylates Guide
Everything you need to know about salicylates sensitivity and smart food choices.
Salicylates are natural chemicals found in many fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. They're related to aspirin and can cause reactions in sensitive individuals including hives, asthma symptoms, nasal congestion, and digestive issues.
Sensitivity varies widely. What triggers one person may be fine for another. Track your reactions to find your personal threshold.
These foods are generally well-tolerated for Salicylates sensitivity:
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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:
These foods are high in salicylates and may trigger symptoms:
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If you're sensitive to Salicylates, consider these strategies:
- 1Start by eliminating the highest sources: spices, herbs, and concentrated products
- 2Peel fruits and vegetables when possible to reduce salicylate content
- 3Fresh is usually better tolerated than dried or concentrated
- 4Build up tolerance slowly by reintroducing foods one at a time
- 5Sensitivity often improves with gut healing over time
Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.
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