Plenty of studies have found that diets that include foods such as avocados can help to decrease the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity while promoting healthy hair and complexion, higher energy, and overall weight loss. 

1. Avocados are nutrient-rich

Avocados are a great source of vitamins, and they contain vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, as well as riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium. 

Even though a lot of the calories in an avocado come from fat, don’t stay away! Avocados are full of healthy fats that are beneficial and help to keep you full and satiated.

2. Heart Healthy

Avocados help maintain a healthy cholesterol level. They contain 25 milligrams per ounce of a natural plant sterol called beta-sitosterol. 

3. Increase of Vision Health

Avocados contain two phytochemicals, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which are concentrated in the tissues in your eyes. They provide protection form ultraviolet light and antioxidant protection to help minimize damage

4. Prevent Osteoporosis

Approximately 25% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin K is provided in half of an avocado. Most of the time, vitamin K is overlooked by vitamin D and calcium when thinking of nutrients that important for healthy bones. This is essential to help support bone health.

5. Improved digestion

Avocados are high in fiber and can help prevent constipation, maintain a healthy digestive tract, and lower the risk of colon cancer.

 6. Natural detoxification

Fiber promotes regular bowel movements, which are essential for the daily excretion of toxins through the bile and stool. Recent studies have shown that dietary fiber may also play a role in regulating the immune system and inflammation. 

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