Is Avocado a Miracle Food? Unpacking the Superfood Hype
                                
                                
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                                Avocado consumption has more than tripled in the last two decades, with the average American eating over eight pounds annually. This dramatic surge in popularity prompts a crucial question: is avocado a miracle food, or simply a nutritious one that's been successfully marketed?