Many fear the avocado because of its high fat content and calories. You can find out here why the avocado is still absolutely healthy.
The triumphant advance of the avocado does not seem to stop at the German population either. Sales of the superfruit have tripled since 2008. The most popular varieties such as “Fuerte” or “Hass” are imported all year round from Mexico, Peru, Spain or Israel. The fruit, also known as butter pear, is rich in so-called "healthy fats" and vitamin E, which is important for a healthy cardiovascular system and even slow down the aging process target. Countless recipe variations, such as the simple refinement with oil and salt or delicious guacamole, make their popularity grow steadily. What else the avocado has to offer is presented in this article.
Avocados and Calories
Many consumers shy away from the high fat content of the avocado, which at first glance appears to be almost 30% and 160 calories per 100 grams. But it is important to differentiate here: When it comes to avocados, we speak of “healthy fats” and unsaturated fatty acids. The avocado is also very rich in omega 3 fatty acids, which are important for a strong immune system and also act as an energy supplier. For example, 100 grams of butter with 741 calories has almost five times the caloric value compared to avocado.
Avocados and Nutrition Facts
The fruit is very healthy because of its vitamin E content, which has been shown to prevent strokes, heart attacks and Alzheimer's. In addition to vitamin E, it is also a store for provitamin A, as well as vitamins C, D, K and B. The healthy fats make it easier for our bodies to absorb the above nutrients. An avocado, served with a little lemon juice, therefore already covers the entire daily requirement of vitamin C.
Indigestible fibers also help to lower the cholesterol level by maintaining and supporting the bowel functions. Also of interest is the substance lutein contained in avocado, which belongs to the carotenoid family and, in addition to the pigment zeaxanthin, is directly involved in the visual process. It protects against retinal diseases and prevents age-related symptoms such as cataract, clouding of the lens of the eye (cataracts).
But that's not all. In addition, the "butter pear" is valuable because of its minerals and trace elements such as potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, copper and manganese. Their special carbohydrate combination helps our body to supply nerves and the brain with energy. The amino acid tryptophan contained in the avocado leads to an increased production of the substance melatonin, which allows us to sleep better and recover.
In summary, it can be said that the avocado is rightly one of the healthiest fruits and should definitely not be missing on our menu. Try for yourself to grow your own plant from an avocado seed. We explain how to do this in our special article.
