All about avocado > Health & Nutrition

Long villified for its high fat content, in recent years the avocado has reached its glory days. Propelled to the rank of super food by fans of healthy eating, avocados have become the star food of the foodista and the ultimate health fruit. Rich in fiber and good dietary fat, they satisfy hunger and help lower cholesterol.

How? Packed with monounsaturated fat and fatty acids, avocados can help lower LDL (bad cholesterol) levels while raising the amount of good cholesterol in your body. The healthy fats in avocados also promote the absorption of other carotenoids—especially beta-carotene and lycopene—which are essential for heart health.

Avocados are also the perfect choice for people with significant energy requirements, such as athletes and growing children. With 160 kcal per 100 g, avocado is remarkable for its high level of unsaturated fatty acids which promote good cardiovascular function and blood circulation in the body. Therefore they offer much better caloric benefit than most other fresh fruits. 

Making avocados part of your daily diet is a delicious - and healthy - decision!