Is Avocado a Polyol? The Surprising Truth for Gut Health
                                
                                
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                                In a surprising finding that reshaped dietary guidance, recent testing by Monash University revealed that the primary polyol in avocados is not sorbitol as once believed, but a unique compound called perseitol. This discovery has significant implications for those managing gut sensitivities like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).