Sure, this buttery fruit is high in fat, but it's primarily monounsaturated fat, which means it doesn't clog arteries. Avocados are also high in potassium (which can reduce the risk of high blood pressure), B vitamins (which promote healthy skin and muscle tone), vitamin E (which protects against cardiovascular disease) and vitamin K (which improves bone health), as well as insoluble and soluble fiber, which help aid in digestion. Now doesn't that kind of put the "fat" in perspective? Maybe it should be: An avocado a day keeps the doctor away.....As always, it is the variety of whole foods we eat that keep us well, try adding avocados to your diet for a healthy fat.
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