Avocados are a stone fruit with a creamy texture that grow in warm climates. Their potential health benefits include improving digestion, decreasing risk of depression, and protection against cancer.
Also known as an alligator pear or butter fruit, the versatile avocado is the only fruit that provides a substantial amount of healthy monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA). Avocados are a naturally nutrient-dense food and contain nearly 20 vitamins and minerals.
This MNT Knowledge Center feature is part of a collection of articles on the health benefits of popular foods. In the article, we take an in-depth look at the possible health benefits of eating avocados as well as a nutritional breakdown. To maintain balance, we will also look at the possible health risks of consuming avocados.
Benefits Include;
Improved digestion
Healthy for the heart
Natural detoxification
Osteoporosis treatment
Protection from chronic disease
Lower risk of depression
Cancer: Adequate intake of folate from food has shown promise in protecting against colon, stomach, pancreatic, and cervical cancers.
Osteoporosis prevention
Great for vision