The avocado is rightly considered a superfood because it is bursting with many healthy nutrients that benefit our body. We therefore give you three good reasons why you should eat an avocado every day.
Whether as a creamy spread or as a delicious component in the bowl – we love avocados. The South American fruit not only tastes good, but also promises numerous health benefits. We tell you what happens when you eat an avocado every day.
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1. Avocados help your digestion
If you often suffer from constipation , you should eat avocados. Because the green fruit has a positive effect on your digestion thanks to the large amount of roughage and unsaturated fatty acids. The roughage ensures that the stool is loosened up and makes it easier for the intestines to transport the food pulp. In addition, fiber is essential as food for our intestinal bacteria. So if you eat a diet rich in fiber, you will promote long-term intestinal health.
In addition, the beta-carotene contained in avocados is converted into vitamin A in the body, which our body needs to build a healthy mucous membrane in the gastrointestinal tract.
2. Avocados protect against heart disease
A US study shows that the high fat content of the avocado is very beneficial for our heart health. It lowers the LDL cholesterol circulating in the blood , which is considered a risk factor for heart attacks and strokes. The green fruit also contains plenty of vitamin E, which is known for preventing atherosclerosis and protecting the heart.
3. Avocados help you lose weight
Although the avocado has a high proportion of unsaturated fatty acids and has a comparatively large number of calories – an avocado contains around 400 calories – the superfood is a real insider tip when it comes to losing weight. According to an American study , half an avocado for lunch can help overweight people lose weight. Why? The many fibers keep us full for a long time and prevent unwanted cravings between meals, which tempt us to snack. The unsaturated, healthy fatty acids boost the metabolism and thus the burning of fat.
Another reason why the avocado is a slimming product is due to the enzyme lipase. It is also involved in lipid metabolism by breaking down fat from food and regulating its absorption into cells.
Environmental Balance: Consume avocados in moderation
Unfortunately, the many healthy benefits of the avocado are at odds with its ecological footprint . The fruits available in Germany mostly come from South America, so the transport route is long, which means high CO2 emissions. In addition, forests are being cut down illegally in Mexico to create new cultivation areas and to be able to meet the demand for the superfood. Avocados also need a lot of water. According to estimates by the consumer center, 1,000 to 2,000 liters of water are required for one kilo of avocados. For these reasons, you should only enjoy avocados in moderation and buy fair trade fruit, for example.
