ER doctor’s urgent warning about avocados – after thousands end up in hospital with the same problem

Ever tried slicing an avocado only to nearly cut your hand instead? You’re not alone — thousands of people end up injured the same way each year.

Emergency room physician Dr. Joe Whittington confirms that “avocado hand” is a real issue. “You want guacamole but end up needing stitches,” he said, highlighting how common the accident has become.

According to recent reports, around 9,000 Americans visit emergency rooms annually after injuring themselves while removing avocado pits.

Dr. Joe shared his simple safety tip: grip the knife firmly near the handle, then carefully tap the pit before twisting it out. Avoid stabbing directly into the seed. “It’s not just about saving your avocado toast — it’s about saving your tendons,” he joked.

His demonstration video quickly went viral, with many viewers thanking him for the advice and sharing their own avocado mishaps.

He also offered a useful reminder: if your avocado turns brown, don’t throw it away. The color change is just oxidation — it’s still safe to eat for up to two days.

A bit of caution in the kitchen can do more than save breakfast. As Dr. Joe reminds us, it might just save your hand too. 🥑