Avocado helps your health and prevent diseases

Due to its high nutritional content, consuming at least half an avocado a day will improve your health and that of your family. In other cases it helps to prevent some diseases such as cataracts and rheumatoid arthritis.

It contains around 15 nutrients ranging from calories, carbohydrates, proteins, dietary fiber, Vitamins A, C and E, Folates, Potassium, Magnesium, Iron, Calcium and Sodium, as well as monounsaturated fat.

Among its benefits you find:

• Reduces bad cholesterol levels in the blood and increases good cholesterol.
• Regulates blood sugar and helps prevent insulin resistance.
• For those who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, it helps reduce inflammation of the joints.
• Improves digestion.
• Nourishes the skin, nails and hair due to its high content of vitamins C and E.
• Contributes to level blood pressure by being rich in Potassium.
• Reduces the risk of eye conditions, such as cataracts.