The attractiveness of the avocado as a subsistence and modern food is due to good vitamin and mineral content, high energy content derived principally from mono-unsaturated fats, and good supply of soluble and insoluble fibers, all of which make it one of the most nutritious fruit available.
Avocado contains a monosaturated fat called oleic acid, this is believed to lower total and LDL cholesterol levels and promote the good HDL cholesterol, it also protects against breast cancer.
Avocados can help to protect against high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke because of they have a high content of the mineral potassium which guards against these diseases.
Avocado also high in iron and magnesium.
The high concentration of carotenoids and tocopherols within avocados are known to protect against prostrate cancer.
The Aztecs used the avocado for its aphrodisiac qualities and believed or could improve sexual prowess when consumed. There was unconfirmed reports tell about the successful use of avocado an an aphrodisiac by lower Amazon Basin who prefer the fruit to more readily available marijuana.
Half of an average size avocado contains about 180 calories and can be used in salads, dips, garnishes, soups sandwiches or just eaten plain with a fork or spoon.
Healthy benefits of avocado
