Guacamole is of course, made of mashed-up avocados. I never tried it before because I thought it was a bit gross-looking, and I’d somehow gotten it in my head that avocados are loaded with cholesterol. But avocados are the mother of all healthfoods. Here’s a list of what they actually contain:
Vitamin E – a powerful antioxidant known to slow the aging process and protect against heart disease and various forms of cancer.
Lutein – protects against prostate cancer and eye disease such as cataracts and macular degeneration.
Glutathione – functions as an antioxidant like vitamin E to neutralize free radicals that can cause cell damage and lead to disease.
Beta-sitosterol – lowers blood cholesterol levels. Avocados contain four times as much beta-sitosterol as oranges, previously reported as the highest fruit source of this phyto-chemical.
Monounsaturated fats – heart-healthy fats proven to help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and boost HDL (good) cholesterol.
Folate – promotes healthy cell and tissue development. Folate is especially important for woman of childbearing age as it helps protect against birth defects.
Potassium – helps balance the body’s electrolytes. Avocados contain 60 percent more potassium than bananas.
Magnesium – helps produce energy and is important for muscle contraction and relaxation.
Fibre – lowers cholesterol and reduces risk of heart attack.
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