Nutritious, versatile, and delicious, avocados have become a kitchen staple in many homes around the world.
While some people refer to avocados as fruits and some people say they’re a vegetable, avocados (Persea americana) are actually considered berries. They’re a member of the Lauraceae plant family, which also includes the cinnamon tree (1).
Avocados are native to Mexico and Central America, but they are cultivated in many areas of the world, including North America.
In the United States, California is the top producer of avocados and is home to more than 5,000 avocado farms, which generate over 400 million pounds of avocados each year (2).
These fruits are an important part of traditional Mexican, Central American, and South American cuisine and are used in dishes like guacamole, salads, tacos, and more.
Avocados are extremely popular in the health and wellness world because they’re highly nutritious and have been linked to several health benefits.
This article lists 7 benefits of eating avocados, including more about nutrition, weight loss, and how to enjoy them.
Avocados are high in a number of important nutrients, many of which are lacking in modern diets.
Here is the nutrition breakdown for a 7-ounce (201-gram) avocado (3):
- Calories: 322
- Fat: 30 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Carbs: 17 grams
- Fiber: 14 grams
- Vitamin C: 22% of the daily value (DV)
- Vitamin E: 28% of the DV
- Vitamin K: 35% of the DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 20% of the DV
- Niacin (B3): 22% of the DV
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