Health benefits of Avocados here on our health zone this morning….
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Antioxidant properties
Vitamins C and E are powerful antioxidants that are abundantly found in avocados. Vitamin C is vital for maintaining healthy skin. “Vitamin E protects us from damage from oxidated stress, which comes from things like pollution and sunlight,” says Bond. Scientists are investigating whether vitamin E might help prevent or delay the chronic diseases associated with free radicals, such as Alzheimer’s, cardiovascular disease and autoimmune and inflammatory disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and cancer.
“What’s more, avocados provide copper which is an essential nutrient for supporting our bodies’ cells,” Bond adds.
It promotes Heart health
Avocados contain no cholesterol and as polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats can help lower blood cholesterol levels, they are good for our heart health. What’s more, they can help lower our low-density lipoprotein (LDL), otherwise known as “bad” cholesterol. “Avocados can also increase our high-density lipoprotein (HDL), the type of cholesterol carrier that helps with excreting bad cholesterol from the body,” says Hughes. The potassium in avocados is essential for blood pressure regulation and may help protect against hypertension and stroke.
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Boost Energy levels.
Packed with a variety of B vitamins, including thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), and niacin (B3), avocados help your body convert food into energy. And their high-fat content provides a higher amount of energy (i.e. calories) than other fruits and vegetables.
Moods and stress
Avocados contain vitamins K, E, C, and B. “These are crucial for our mental health. They regulate neurotransmitter levels, which impact on our mood and energy levels,” Hughes explains. “And the magnesium they contain also helps you feel calmer and prevents you from feeling stressed, as does B6,” she adds.
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Avocado helps in Digestion
Avocado is full of fibre and essential nutrients such as potassium, which helps promote healthy digestive function. “The insoluble fibre in avocados helps with bowel movements and promotes good gut health,” says Hughes.
Avocado promotes your Skin health
Eating an avocado every day increases elasticity and skin firmness, according to a US study. But that’s not all. “Avocados are good for our skin because they’re anti-inflammatory and contain vitamin C, which is an antioxidant. What’s more they’re great for collagen production and synthesis, helping your body make collagen naturally. For the same reason, they’re good for our hair and nails,” says Hughes.
Avocado boost Libido and hormone function.
“The good fats avocados contain are good for hormone function, from oestrogen to testosterone, making them essential for coping with menopause. And for the same reason, they’re good for your sex life. This is why it’s important to have enough good fat in our body,” says Hughes.
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Avocado Boost Brain function
The monounsaturated fats in avocados can help keep the brain healthy by reducing your blood pressure, which is linked with cognitive decline.
Managing your weight
Eating healthy fats helps slow down the process by which your stomach empties, which keeps you full longer than usual and delays the return of hunger. Adding half of an avocado to your meal may significantly boost satiety for up to five hours.
– Ozioma Emerson