Tens of thousands of calls to emergency rooms in the United States indicate serious injuries from improperly cutting avocados. A 2020 American study counted more than 50,000 similar injuries between 1998 and 2017.
The meteoric rise of the green-yellow fruit has boosted its sales in the last decade by incredible volumes, establishing its status as a food staple and as a superfood. But life isn't all about colorful bowls of guacamole and photogenic avocado toast. Here's how to do it safely, including expert tips and a comprehensive peeling guide.