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Here’s what researchers found when they tested pure avocado oil options.

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But, unfortunately, the oil sitting in your cupboard is most likely rancid.

And, worse yet, theres a chance its not even avocado oil at all.

What they found was shocking, to say the least.

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So, how does something like this happen?

All the otherssome of which you might have in your pantrydidnt live up to whats on the label.

Instead of reaping the benefits of avocado oil, youre instead unknowinglydousing your food with a highly-refined option.

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And when it comes to determining whether your avocado oil is rancid or not, do a smell test.

If its stale, it has a play dough-like smell.

Hopefully there are more regulations on avocado oil soon.

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But until then, shop smart and stick to the brands you’re free to trust.

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