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You Should Eat More Avocado: 5 Reasons Why

Yuliya Poe • February 11, 2023

Let's be real: we are in a love affair with avocados here at Main Street Daily Grind!

 

We love them on our Avocado Toast with Lox or Balsamic Glaze, on our Black Bean Burger Sandwiches and Avocado Burritos, stirred in smoothies, and added to our Garden Salads. The avocado is one of the most nutrient-dense foods available! They are among the richest in fiber, folate, potassium, vitamin E, and magnesium among all fruits and this nutrition profile makes it a worthy Superfood.




1. Avocados are sources of good-for-you fatty acids

This superfood is a high fat food with over half of its fat content coming from monounsaturated fat. While oils and fat may sound like something to shy away from in a healthy diet, the avocado’s nutrient richness comes from its healthy monounsaturated fat, which is one of its biggest Superfood health claims. Yes, there are healthy oils and fats and are known as “good” fats. They help with things like decreasing inflammation, assisting with weight control, and reducing the risk of heart disease. The only food that can be compared in monounsaturated fat content is the olive.

2. They are great for your blood sugar

Unlike other fruits, avocados don’t contain any sugar, and their healthy fats and fiber actually help to stabilize your blood sugar and insulin levels after a meal.

3. They are packed with potassium

Did you know an avocado has even more potassium than a banana? Yep, it’s true.

One avocado has 975 milligrams of potassium compared to the 487 milligrams in a banana. Potassium is also helpful for preserving muscles, fighting bloating, and supporting heart health! The potassium in this tasty fruit helps to counter sodium in your diet and reduce your blood pressure.


4. Avocados are a rich source of antioxidant and ani-inflammatory c0mpounds

In addition to vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and fiber, avocados are packed with vitamin C, vitamin E, and phenolic compounds. These substances have been shown to have significant antioxidant, neuroprotective, and cardioprotective activities.


5. Versatile and delicious ingredient

In addition to being highly nutritious, avocados can be used in a number of recipes, both sweet and savory. Eating avocados regularly may benefit health in several ways, including protecting against heart disease, improving overall diet quality, improving satiety, and promoting gut health.



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