Fruits & their Values - Part 3

Avocado
The avo is a natural source of monounsaturated fat, which makes it a heart-healthy food package. And it's delicious!

The avo is a natural source of monounsaturated fat, which makes it a heart-healthy food package. And it's delicious!
Key benefits of avocado
Avocados reduce cholesterol and so reduce the risk of atherosclerosis. They also have antioxidant ability and contain both vitamins E, C and B6, as well as potassium.
How much avocado should you eat?
Intake of avocados should be moderate, as they are high in calories. A whole avocado weighs about 130g and has about 240 calories.
Maximising the benefits fo avocado
Avocado is a natural source of monounsaturated fat, which makes it a heart-healthy food package. Alpha-carotene is best absorbed with some fat, as is vitamin E.
Nutritional values of avocado

Calories - 190

Potassium - 450 mg

Fibre - 3,4g

Vitamin E - 3,2mg

Per 100 g raw