Benefits:

▣ Avocado is a green, pear-shaped fruit often called an “alligator pear.” It is loaded with healthy fats, fibre and various important nutrients.

▣ Potassium is an important mineral that most people don't get enough of. Avocados are very high in potassium, which should support healthy blood pressure levels.

▣ Avocados and avocado oil are high in monounsaturated oleic acid, a heart-healthy fatty acid that is believed to be one of the main reasons for the health benefits of olive oil.

▣ Avocados tend to be rich in fibre — about 7% by weight, which is very high compared to most other foods. Fibre may have important benefits for weight loss and metabolic health.

▣ Numerous studies have shown that eating avocado can improve heart disease risk factors like total, “bad” LDL and “good” HDL cholesterol, as well as blood triglycerides.

▣ One dietary survey found that people who ate avocados had a much higher nutrient intake and a lower risk of metabolic syndrome.

▣ Studies have shown that eating avocado or avocado oil with vegetables can dramatically increase the number of antioxidants you take in.

▣ Avocados are high in antioxidants, including lutein and zeaxanthin. These nutrients are very important for eye health and lower your risk of macular degeneration and cataracts.

▣ Some test-tube studies have shown that nutrients in avocados may have benefits in preventing prostate cancer and lowering side effects of chemotherapy. However, human-based research is lacking.

▣ Studies have shown that avocado and soybean oil extracts can significantly reduce symptoms of osteoarthritis.

▣ Avocados may aid weight loss by keeping you full longer and making you eat fewer calories. They're also high in fibre and low in carbs, which may promote weight loss.

▣ Avocados have a creamy, rich, fatty texture and blend well with other ingredients. Therefore, it’s easy to add this fruit to your diet. Using lemon juice may prevent cut avocados from browning quickly.