Credit: United States Department of Agriculture, Public DomainThe avocado fruit--yup it is a fruit a...

1. Health Benefits of Avocados - InfoBarrel
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The avocado fruit--yup it is a fruit and is actually closely related to the banana--is one of the
healthiest foods in the world and definitely makes the cut as a "superfood." Commonly found in the
cuisine for countries in warm climates, avocados are probably most well known for being the key
ingredient in everyone's favorite Super Bowl Sunday dip--guacomole!
However, due to its high levels of folate, monosaturated fats (good fats!), and antioxidants, the
avocado has numerous health benefits and incorporating it into your regular diet is key to living a
healthy lifestyle. Â Below, you can read all of the wonderful health benefits of the avocado.
Healthy Brain
Avocados are considered to be one of the
best "brain-healthy foods" that help with
cognition and brain function.
Prevent Alzheimer's Disease
Avocados contain high levels of folate.
 Folate has been show to prevent brain
tangles. Â Brain tangles are known to
contribute to Alzheimer's disease. Â
Healthy Heart
The monosaturated fats in avocados are great for heart health because they assist in lowering blood
pressure.
The high potassium, omega 3s and oleic acid found in avocados also assists in regulating blood
pressure.
The phytonutrient sitosterolo which is found in avocados lowers the bad LDL cholesterol and the
triglycerides found in avocados will increase the heart healthy HDL cholesterol.

2. Avocados are also high in B6 and folic acid which regulate homocystine which can otherwise lead to
an unhealthy heart.
Additionally, the Vitamin E and antioxidant gluthathiane which are found in an avocado's oleic acid
are good for a healthy heart.
Healthy Eyes
Avocados contain the antioxidant carotenoid leutain which protects the eys from poor vision,
cataracts, and macular degeneration.
Healthy Blood Sugar Levels
The avocado is an excellent source of monosaturated fats. Â Monosaturated fats prevent and reverse
insulin resistence which would otherwise lead to Type 2 diabetes.
The high soluble fiber contained in avocados helps to prevent sugar spikes.
Healthy Digestion
Avocados contain enzymes which aide in healthy digestion by reducing inflammation in the stomach
and small intestines. Â This improves the digestive system's ability to absorb carotenoids and
nutrients.
Healthy Body
Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Phytonutrients, polyphenols, and flavonoids found in avocados all have strong anti-inflammatory
properties. Â Inflammation is believed to contribute to a wide range of chronic and acute medical
conditions. Â Anti-inflammatory diets are key to a healthy liefstyle and a healthy body.
Anti-Aging Properties
Avocados are one of four foods high in glutathine (an antioxidant) which supports the liver and
nervous system by replenishing and recycling other antioxidants which are vital to a strong immune
system. Â Additionally, antioxidants are vital to anti-aging both in appearance and health.
 Therefore, by replenishing all types of antioxidants in the body you are preventing aging.
Anti-Cancer Properties
A diet rich in avocados is said to protects against both breast and prostate cancer.
Healthy Pregnancy
Avocados are high in folic acid which is key for the development of a fetus' brain and other vital
organs.