What are the health benefits of avocados? Avocados may be fatty, but that doesnt mean that they are bad for your health. In fact, this fruit is a nutritional powerhouse providing numerous potential health benefits. Its creamy texture and rich taste make it a common ingredient in many dishes. It is probably most well known for being a key ingredient in the Mexican dip guacamole. Because of its high fat content, avocado is also used as a meat substitute in sandwiches and salads. But what makes this fruit so good for you? Nutritional breakdown of avocados Healthy fats - fats account for around three quarters of the calorie count of an avocado. Most of it is monounsaturated fat, in the form of oleic acid. Monounsaturated fat is considered to be a good fat which reduces levels of bad cholesterol in your blood and lowers your risk of stroke and heart disease. Protein - an average avocado contains around 4 grams of protein, which is much more than most other fruits. Sugar - avocados sugar content is low compared to other fruits. Half an avocado contains approximately 0.2 g of sugar. Vitamins and minerals - avocados are an excellent source of potassium (containing more per weight than bananas). In addition, avocados are rich in vitamin K, Vitamin B9, vitamin B6, vitamin B5 vitamin C, and vitamin E.2 (You dont like bananas Eat Avocados) Dietary fiber - a medium avocado contains 11 grams of fiber, which is close to half of the daily recommended minimum intake.3 Health benefits of avocados Apart from being an excellent source of fiber and vitamins, research suggests that there may be a number of other benefits associated with the fruit, including: lowering cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of diabetes, promoting lower body weight, and preventing cancer
Posted on: Tue, 04 Mar 2014 00:21:25 +0000
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