Nutritional Information

Nutrition. Good things come in small packages.

Avocados are such a treasure trove of nutrients that the Guinness Book of Records lists them as the most nutritious fruit in the world!

Below are just some of the impressive credentials Australian Avocados have on their resume;

Avocados contain more than 25 essential vitamins and minerals.
Vitamins A, B (including B6, niacin and riboflavin), C and E.
Copper, magnesium, potassium and zinc.
Cholesterol free and sodium free.
Gram for gram, Avocado contains more fibre, folate, niacin, thiamine and riboflavin than any other commonly eaten fruit!
Avocados are one of the few fruits that have monounsaturated (good) fats, making them an excellent part of a low to moderate fat diet, when they are consumed in place of foods containing saturated fats. This makes them a delicious and nutritious alternative to saturated fat-laden spreads, toppings and dips. (For example, Avocados can be spread on toast instead of butter or margarine, and spread on sandwiches instead of mayonnaise.)
Avocados provide antioxidants such as Vitamin E which prevent dangerous LDL-cholesterol from being oxidised and deposited on artery walls.

Avocados are rich in folic acid. Folic acid is believed to be effective in assisting to reduce the risk of heart disease and in some cases, cancer.
One of the richest sources of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant shown to block thirty different carcinogens.
Avocados are rich in potassium. Potassium is thought of as being beneficial in the treatment of arthritis and haemorrhoids.
Like other fruits and vegetables, avocados provide satiety because of their water and fibre content. This increases the feeling of fullness and can be used as part of an effective weight loss/weight management plan.

Quick Bites

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