Some Facts About Avocado That You Probably Did Not Know

The water content of avocado is lower than that found in most fruits. The fats it contains are monounsaturated. Also, avocado is considered a good source of vitamin E, vitamin C, and potassium.

Have you heard of the ‘perfect triangle’? We refer to the triangle composed of: food, physical exercise and rest. Several studies, like this one published by Dr. Patrick Schamasch, show that it can contribute positively to health.

By following a diet appropriate to personal needs, exercising at least three times a week and resting a minimum of seven or eight hours a day, it is possible to obtain good results and improvements in medium terms.

From this triangle, we will highlight the diet below. Specifically, the consumption of natural fats, since fat is used by the body as fuel throughout the daily days. At this point, one can speak of the avocado.

Some facts about avocado

1. Is it a fruit?

Until recently, perhaps less than a decade, this topic was discussed. Nowadays, thanks to different investigations, an agreement has been reached to classify it as a fruit. This is explained by this study carried out at the University of Cuenca, which shows the avocado in its classification as a fruit.

Specifically, it is a type of berry. These are defined as fleshy fruits whose walls of the ovary mature, becoming a food. Broadly speaking, fruits are characterized by having a layer of peel or skin that is generally hard. This is usually rich in fiber.

Afterwards, they have an intermediate zone, it is usually fleshy and it is common that it can be eaten. Then they have a box or tank where the seeds of the fruit are stored. As can be seen, the avocado meets these characteristics; it is this that classifies it as a fruit.

2. Contains potassium

According to the data provided by the Spanish Nutrition Foundation, for every 100 grams, avocado provides approximately 400 milligrams of potassium. This can be seen in the nutritional composition chart of this fruit.

Likewise, this study published by Proceedings VI World Avocado Congress explains that so far the avocado is one of the fruits that contains the highest percentage and concentration of potassium.

3. Contains protein

Avocado is one of the fruits that provides the most protein. This is explained by this study carried out at the University of Chile. It also shows that for every 100 grams of avocado, approximately 1.5 grams of healthy protein could be obtained.

In the same vein, the summary of this research, approved by the University of Caldas, explains that, in addition to containing proteins, it also provides us with several essential minerals. Among them are, for example, vitamins A and C.

These vitamins and nutrients contain antioxidant properties that can help us with skin care. However, due to its high fat content, it should be consumed in moderation. It is advisable to consult with a nutritionist.

4. It is perfect for cooking

Although this obeys more to the opinion of popular culture, since it is said that due to its characteristics, the avocado is ‘almost perfect’ to use it when baking or cooking recipes that generally use butter for its preparation. In addition, if the necessary amount is used, our food will not have a green appearance.

In fact, it is said that butter can be substituted for this fruit to make much healthier chocolate cookies, brownies, and banana bread.

5. Avocado can be enjoyed in the form of oil

Benefits can also be obtained through products derived from avocado, for example, oils made from this fruit.

Among the investigations that support it is this study carried out at the University of Guadalajara. Here it is explained that avocado oil, due to its fatty acid composition, complies with nutritional recommendations that focus on reducing the amount of saturated fat in diets.

Some of the most popular uses of avocado as a topical are:

• Avocado masks to moisturize the face.
• Apply avocado oil to damaged or dry hair.
• Use a layer of ripe avocado on dry skin.

To conclude, the benefits that can be obtained from avocado come from its antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins and minerals.

Now that you know the benefits of this fruit, would you dare to include it in your diet more regularly?