in the flowering plant family Lauraceae along with cinnamon, camphor
and bay laurel. Most fruit consists primarily of carbohydrate, while
avocado is high in healthy fats and numerous studies show that it has
powerful beneficial effects on health. This piece on the 10 benefits
of avocado will help you see avocado as more than just another fruit
with minimal health benefits…
– These days, the avocado is often referred to as a superfood… which
is not surprising given its health properties. It has become an
incredibly popular food among health conscious individuals.
– One avocado packs four grams of protein, among the highest amount
coming from a fruit. Avocados don't contain every single amino acid
required in the body's protein-building process, but have all 18 of
the important ones, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
– Avocado is loaded with heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids.
77% of the calories in it are from fat, making it one of the fattiest
plant foods in existence but they don't just contain any fat… the
majority of the fat in avocado is oleic acid (a "heart healthy" fatty
acid that is believed to be one of the main reasons for the health
benefits of olive oil.)
– They're an anti-aging powerhouse, the inner smoothness and
creaminess are what we need for youthful skin. With all of the
nutrients, healthy fat and vitamins, an avocado tree could be the next
fountain (tree) of youth!
– 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.
– Heart disease is the most common cause of death in the world. It is
known that several blood markers are linked to an increased risk. This
includes cholesterol, triglycerides, inflammatory markers, blood
pressure and various others. Studies have shown that avocado can
reduce total cholesterol levels significantly, reduce blood
triglycerides by up to 20%, lower LDL cholesterol by up to 22% and
increase HDL (the "good") cholesterol by up to 11%.
– People who eat avocado were found to be much healthier than people
who didn't eat avocados according to studies. They had a much higher
nutrient intake and were half as likely to have metabolic syndrome, a
cluster of symptoms that are a major risk factor for heart disease and
diabetes.
– Avocados are loaded with powerful antioxidants that can protect the
eyes. Avocados are high in antioxidants, including Lutein and
Zeaxanthin. These nutrients are very important for eye health and
lower the risk of macular degeneration and cataracts.
– Some studies in isolated cells have shown that nutrients in avocados
may have benefits in preventing prostate cancer, and lowering side
effects of chemotherapy in some cells.
– Avocado extract may help relieve symptoms of arthritis as studies
have shown that an extract from avocado and soybean oils can
significantly reduce symptoms of arthritis of the bones, called
osteoarthritis.
-InformationNigeria
