Avocado; a fruit having its origin in Central Mexico is a big berry with a single big seed. It has been long used in salads and sandwiches but is a highly under-rated fruit medically. The wonders of avocado as a drug are irresistible which include:
1. High nutrient content
Avocados are rich in nutrients, they contain an ample amount of vitamin B5, B6, C, K, E and minerals like potassium as well as folate. As they lack any kind of cholesterol, they are the most favoured food among people who are extremely health conscious.
2. Good eat
Avocados have good fat which means that they have monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid) which have good health benefits and promote anti cancers effects in the body.
3. Fibre rush
Being the first choice of the one's whose diet, avocados are rich in fibre which promote weight loss.
4. Eye health
Avocados are believed to have antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin that protect our eyes.
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