AVOCADO
Avocados contain vitamin B6, vitamin E, potassium, magnesium, and folate. They’re also cholesterol and sodium-free. This fruit contains 60% more potassium per ounce than bananas and is an excellent source of monounsaturated fat. Although it’s a healthy fat, be sure to enjoy avocados in moderation. One half-cup serving contains 120 calories—100 of them from fat. Health Benefits Lowers cholesterol : Avocados are rich in plant sterols, compounds shown to lower cholesterol. Reduces risk of heart disease : Studies have shown that substituting saturated fat with unsaturated fat, like the kind in avocados, can reduce heart disease risk better than merely lowering total fat intake. Just remember that even healthy fats are high in calories, so watch your portions. Lowers cancer risk : Healthy monounsaturated fats (like those in avocados and their oil) will help your body better absorb anticancer antioxidants such as lycopene and beta-carotene. Keeps blood sugar steady : Add some avo...