Avocado although not commonly available in India and honestly little expensive as well – has gained popularity in west and now in India as well as the ‘superfood’. Avocado indeed has various nutritional benefits to the body that have been scientifically proven. It is great for heart health, liver health, weight management, and digestion.

It is a flexible fruit hence, can be used raw in salads, dressings, fillings or you can use it to make morning smoothies and evenings juices. This trait makes it one of the quickest and best choice to manage health.

Some key health benefits of consuming Avocado are –

1. Healthy Heart

Avocados contain Beta-sitosterol that helps in maintaining cholesterol levels. Thus, regular intake of Avocado lowers the risk of heart related diseases.

2. Helps in Digestion

Avocados contain soluble and insoluble fibers, which aids in digestion and is good for intestine. These fibers help in clearing stools smoothly and reduce symptoms such as constipation and diarrhea.

3. Source of Potassium

It improves potassium levels as it is a great source for it. according to some of the researches, having avocado on regular basis  helps in equalizing blood levels and helps kidney functioning properly.

4. Improves Skin and Hair

Avocados are good way to nourish dry, damaged, and clogged skin and hair. Many companies uses the vitals from avocado to make their skin and hair products.

5. Lessens Arthritis Pain

Avacados are enriched with  phytochemicals, flavonoids, carotenoids, phytosterols, fatty alcohols, and omega-3 fatty acids that helps in reducing the inflammation in tissues, joints, and muscles.

6. Helps Liver

Liver damage can be caused due to many reasons one of them being Hepatitis C. However, it is proven that avocados contain natural chemicals that boost liver and helps in maintaining their strength.

7. Good for Breath

Bad breath can be a turn off. Fear not when Avocado is at rescue. It contains antibacterial and antioxidant flavonoids that prevent bad breath. So next time, you know what you have to do.

8. Morning Sickness

Morning sickness can cause low energy levels. The nausea and uneasiness during morning sickness phase can be dealt by having good intake of avocados as it contains Vitamin-B6.

9. Anti – Ageing

Having avocados and using its oil repairs the skin and prevents it from UV rays. Therefore, it is a good option to prevent ageing lines forming on your face.

10. Bone Strengthening

As discussed above, Avocado contains lots of essential minerals and vitamins that are useful to strengthen bones. Regular use can help you notice the difference.

Use fresh and ripe avocados for best results and avoid refrigerating them. To have a healthy life, say yes to avocados.

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