5 Health Benefits Of Avocado (Pear)

Avocado is a single seed fruit belonging to the Lauraceae family.Avocado can also be called alligator pear.They are green in colour and can be cultivated mostly in the tropical parts of the world. Avocados are spherical in shape and have just one seed.Avocados are similar to pear irrespective of it's colour and shape.

Avocados can be found mostly in South American countries especially Mexico. As a matter of fact, Avocado is believed to have been originated from Mexico.

Avocados are rich in Vitamin B6, Vitamin B5, potassium, Vitamin K, copper, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, little amount of Vitamin A, pantothenic acid and contain a lot of fibres.

However, Avocados contain a high percentage of fat ranging between 71 to 88%.Avocados are known for it's special benefits.

The following are some exceptional/super health benefits of Avocados.

1.Reduces cholesterol level: Avocados help to reduce the cholesterol level in the body.The oleic acids and folate present in avocado reduces cholesterol level drastically.

2.For weight reduction: According to Dr. Sheila Jones, MD,Avocado contributes a lot to weight loss because of the it's high fibre content.Most obese people consume avocado a lot in order to slim down and maintain a fitted shape.

3.Prevents Eye defects:According to Dr. Cole Mahrez of Manhattan general hospital, Avocado prevents  the eye problems such as cataracts and macular degeneration which are mostly common in old people.Lutein and Zeaxanthin are the nutrients responsible for reducing the chances of contacting eye problems.

4.For cooking purposes: Avocado can serve as a cooking ingredient.It makes food taste incredible and provides adds a friendly aroma to the food.Other than that, it can be used to make salad.

5.It makes faeces smooth and soft for easy removal.

Avocados are incredible fruits which contain numerous nutrients, excellent health benefits.Please note that avocados are best eaten raw.

Source 1:medicalnews

Source 2: whfoods.com