Your last trip to that Mexican restaurant made you go gaga over the creamy Guacamole dip! All thanks to this creamy Super Fruit that also boasts of being the only fruit with considerable healthy fats to its credit.
Avocado also known as ‘Alligator pear’ is a pear-shaped berry with one large seed, native to South and Central Mexico, but now commercially produced in the US, Caribbean, Mexico, Brazil, Israel and Australia.
It is available in many varieties ranging from size, colour and texture. When harvested, the ripe flesh softens and has a buttery texture and hence the nickname ‘Butter Fruit’. Let’s have a look at why Avocado is touted as a superfood.
Avocado is the only fruit with an excellent source of healthy fats (monounsaturated fatty acids). It is also a potent source of potassium, Vitamin K, C, E, B5, B6, folate, antioxidants, beta-carotene, carotenoids, fibre and is surprisingly low on carbohydrates.
Health Benefits:
- The Avocado keeps the heart healthy by lowering the ‘bad’ LDL Cholesterol, triglycerides and Total cholesterol levels whereas increasing the ‘good’ HDL cholesterol.
- It helps to absorb fat-soluble vitamins, thus increasing the nutrient quotient of the diet.
- It helps to regulate blood pressure and maintains the overall electrolyte balance in the body.
- Weight watchers and diabetics can also enjoy the goodness of this fruit, as it is low in carbohydrates and high in fibre.
- It helps to keep the skin supple, maintain lustrous hair and improve vision.
Avocados are absolutely versatile as a fruit and can be paired with just about anything. Known for its rich, creamy and smooth texture it can be enjoyed in the form of dips (guacamole), toppings, spreads, salads, smoothies and desserts.
So the next time you want your diet to take you up the health chart for a fitter and younger you, butter up this super fruit in a jiffy in anything and everything you want to!
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