6. Supports Healthy Vision
Avocados contain two other carotenoids, zeaxanthin and lutein, which are naturally found in high concentrations of the macula of the eye. These two carotenoids are well known for supporting healthy eyes. The American Macular Degeneration Foundation found that zeaxanthin and lutein, when taken as supplements, can prevent age-related macular degeneration, the most common cause of blindness and vision loss in people over the age of 50. You don’t have to take supplements, however; you can get all that goodness for your eyes by eating more avocados, and it’s that easy.
7. They Contain More Potassium Than Bananas
Potassium is a nutrient that most people aren’t getting enough of.
This nutrient helps maintain electrical gradients in the body’s cells and serves various important functions.
Avocados are actually very high in potassium… with a 100 gram (3.5 ounce) serving containing 14% of the RDA, compared to 10% in bananas, which are a typical high potassium food .
Several studies show that having a high potassium intake is linked to reduced blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure
8. Avocados Are Loaded With Fiber
Fiber is another nutrient found in relatively large amounts in avocado.
Fiber is indigestible plant matter that can contribute to weight loss, reduce blood sugar spikes and is strongly linked to a lower risk of many diseases.
A distinction is often made between soluble and insoluble fiber.
Soluble fiber is known to be able to feed the friendly gut bacteria in the intestine, which are very important for the optimal function of our bodies.
A 100 gram (3.5 ounce) serving of avocado contains 7 grams of fiber, which is 27% of the recommended daily amount.
About 25% of the fiber in avocado is soluble, while 75% is insoluble.
9. Stops Inflammation
The phytosterols in avocados have powerful anti-inflammatory action, which means it can prevent diseases that begin with inflammation such as cardiovascular disease and arthritis. Some studies even show that phytosterols help improve the body’s immune system. Although all avocados have phytosterols, Hass avocados are a particularly good source, and unrefined avocado oil is even better. Switch from those highly processed GMO vegetable oils and switch to avocado oil for super health!
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I put them in smoothies before, not too shabby
Avocados have healthy fats that could help raise HDL not LDL which improves your ratio.
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Love this fruit
yes a fruit
Everyday!