Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Benefits of Avocado




Avocado is a special  fruit because they contain 20-30 times more fat than other fruits. The content of this fat can provide energy enough when consumed. Type of fat they contain is unsaturated fat, which happens easily digestible and useful to the body. Thus, the avocado provides a high enough energy behind it's a tasty and delicious and not bitter.

If sorted, nutrients contained in one avocado is as follows: 95 mg of phosphorus; 23 mg calcium; 1.4 mg iron; 9 mg sodium; 1.3 mg of potassium; 8.6 mg niacin; 660 mg of vitamin A; and 82 mg of vitamin C.

Beside rich in fat, the avocado is also rich in minerals all of which are useful to regulate body functions and stimulate growth. Iron and copper contained in them to help the regeneration of red blood cells and prevent anemia. Also, simultaneous fiber content helps digestion. In addition, it can lower high cholesterol levels because they contain carbohydrates and unsaturated fats.

If concluded, the following properties of avocado for the health of our bodies:

     -  Source of vitamin E and B
     -  Lowering blood cholesterol
     -  Moisturize skin
     -  Assist regeneration of red blood
     -  Prevents anemia
     -  Prevents constipation
     -  Prevent malnutrition
     -  Source of unsaturated fat content

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