AVOCADOS & HEALTH The nutritional value of avocados should not be underestimated. It’s a rare culinary trifecta when a food so versatile and tasty is also very good for you. They’re loaded with vitamins, minerals, and “good” mono-andpoly-unsaturated fats similar to nut and olive oils. But these nutritional powerhouses also contain Vitamins C, E, and K as well as B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, and B6. Minerals include iron, zinc, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, folic acid, and copper. The folates and Vitamin B6 in avocados can help reduce fatigue. With potassium levels higher than those of bananas, avocados can help maintain healthy blood pressure. Moreover, they have no sodium and no cholesterol. Oh, and they're gluten-free ;) Now that you know some avocado science, let's return to their flavor, beauty, and versatility.
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