Follow up – Samah Ismail:
Avocado is one of the most nutrient-dense foods, and it is called a superfood, as it contains a lot of nutrients that are beneficial for health.
In this article, we will present to you its most important benefits:
Protection from cancerous diseases:
Avocado contains a high percentage of oleic acid, which protects once morest some types of cancer, such as colon, stomach, pancreatic, breast and cervical cancer. It also attacks cancer cells and prevents their spread, because it contains substances that help cells of the immune system (lymphocytes) to multiply.
Beneficial for eye health:
Avocados are high in carotenoids such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are antioxidants found in the tissues of the eyes, and protect them from UV damage and the risk of developing cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.
Maintaining a healthy heart:
Avocados contain beta-sitosterol, which has been observed to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels, and thus reduce the chances of heart disease.
Avocados also contain folic acid, which studies have shown that whoever follows a diet rich in it protects his heart from disease.
Prevention of osteoporosis:
Half of a medium avocado provides 25% of the daily recommended amount of vitamin K, and vitamin K helps to increase the body’s absorption of calcium and reduce its excretion in the urine.
Digestion improvement:
Eating avocado activates the intestines, purifies the body from toxins, prevents constipation, and reduces the risk of colon cancer because it is rich in fiber.
Protection from chronic diseases:
Eating large amounts of healthy fiber daily, of which avocado provides a reasonable proportion, protects once morest chronic diseases, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, cholesterol, coronary heart disease and strokes.
