HEALTH BENEFITS OF AVOCADO Promotes a healthy brain, Avocados combine brain healthy omega-3 fatty acids with natural vitamin E, which has been clinically proven to prevent Alzheimer’s disease from progressing and even reversing it in its earliest stages. Promotes a healthy heart , avocados contains vitamin B6 and folic acid which help regulate homocysteine levels which is associated with an increased risk of heart diseases. Rich in folic acid which prevents birth defects such as neural tube defects and spina bifida. Promotes eye health, avocados are a great source of carotenoid lutein which is known to help protect against age related macular degeneration and cataracts. Control blood pressure , avocados are a great source of potassium which helps in controlling blood pressure levels. Helps prevent blood sugar spike, the good fats in avocados can reverse insulin resistance which helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Anti inflammatory properties . Anti aging properties. Being rich in antioxidants, avocado is beneficial in preventing aging symptoms. Promotes digestion . Nutrients and enzymes in avocado reduce inflammation in the stomach and small intestine’s mucous lining. This also improves the body’s ability to absorb carotenoids and nutrients. Prevents cancer. Many studies have shown that avocado can inhibit the growth of prostate cancer. The oleic acid in avocado is also effective in preventing breast cancer. Avocados, which are actually classified as a fruit, are rich in monounsaturated fat that is easily burned for energy. In one study, laboratory rats were fed avocado and 22 other fruits. The rats were then given D- galactosamine, a potent liver toxin that interferes with cell synthesis and results in cell death. The rats fed avocado suffered the least amount of liver damage. The chemical- induced liver injuries resemble those caused by viruses, so the researchers suggested avocado could potentially offer support in the treatment of viral hepatitis. Avocados also lowers cholesterol levels . Cures bad breath. Avocados are one of the best natural mouth wash and bad breath remedies. It is cleanses intestine which is the real cause of coated tongue and bad breath. For people like me who are desperate to gain weight , avocado has 200 calories for 100 grams. Due to this high amount of calories, avocado is the best diet for people who want to gain weight. The avocado oil is added in many cosmetics because of its ability to nourish the skin and make your skin glow . It also aids in treating psoriasis, a skin disease that causes skin redness and irritation. Now you have the reasons why you should be including avocado fruit in your daily diet.
Posted on: Tue, 13 Aug 2013 13:54:41 +0000
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