- August 17, 2018
- Posted by: Dr. Nnamdi Elenwoke
- Category: Health
Despite their amazing taste that we simply love, avocados are simply incredibly healthy fruits, and a rich source of numerous vitamins, minerals, and nutrients.
Studies have shown that their consumption improves health in countless ways, so we give you 14 more reasons to consume them on a daily basis:
Impressive nutritional profile
A single serving of an avocado provides over 20 vitamins and minerals, and satisfies the recommended daily values of nutrients as follows: 53% of vitamin K, 33% of vitamin C, 21% of vitamin E, 26% of vitamin B6, 19% of copper, 28% of potassium, 28% of pantothenic acid and 41% of folate.
The consumption of avocados provides a feeling of satiety and prevents food cravings, which eventually leads to weight loss.
Avocados are abundant in potassium, vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin C, all of which are essential for the baby’s tissue and brain development, as well as the development of the fetus in the early pregnancy stages.