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October 10, 2011
Are Avocados Bad for You?
The insecticide and fungicide compound found naturally in avocadoes (persin) may damage the DNA of normal cells as well as cancer cells.
October 7, 2011
Are Avocados Good for You?
Persin, a natural toxin found in avocados, appears so effective at killing breast cancer cells that it is being considered as a chemotherapy agent.
December 10, 2010
Are Avocados Good for You?
Guacamole: friend or foe?
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