A is for Avocado! Avocado is a fruit that is rich in monounsaturated fats (MUFA). These fats help you absorb the carotenoids in the avocado and it also turns the beta carotene into active vitamin A (important for vision, immunity, reproduction, and communication between cells). Although avocados are high in fat, they lower your risk of heart disease, lower LDL (bad cholesterol), raise HDL (good cholesterol), and reduce oxidative stress. Studies have shown that people who eat avocados have improved nutrient intakes, lower body weight, lower BMI, lower waist circumference and reduced risk of metabolic syndrome. Avocado is also on the EWG's Clean 15 list (low pesticide risk). To get the most nutrients from your avocado, peel it like a banana! #wellnesswednesday #dontfearfat #avocado #hearthealth #weightloss #EWG #clean15

A is for Avocado! Avocado is a fruit that is rich in monounsaturated fats (MUFA). These fats help you absorb the carotenoids in the avocado and it also turns the beta carotene into active vitamin A (important for vision, immunity, reproduction, and communication between cells). Although avocados are high in fat, they lower your risk of heart disease, lower LDL (bad cholesterol), raise HDL (good cholesterol), and reduce oxidative stress. Studies have shown that people who eat avocados have improved nutrient intakes, lower body weight, lower BMI, lower waist circumference and reduced risk of metabolic syndrome. Avocado is also on the EWG's Clean 15 list (low pesticide risk). To get the most nutrients from your avocado, peel it like a banana! #wellnesswednesday #dontfearfat #avocado #hearthealth #weightloss #EWG #clean15

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