Once shunned for their high fat content, the monounsaturated fat in avocados has been shown to reduce bad cholesterol and improve the good cholesterol. This obviously means good long term health for your cardiovascular system. Their high concentration of potassium helps reduce blood pressure and prevent stroke. Another big reason to add avocado to your diet is they greatly increase the absorption of antioxidants from fruits and vegetables. These antioxidants have been shown to ward off several forms of cancer. Along with their great taste, there’s no longer any reason to avoid this delicious fruit.
