Amazing Power of Avocados

Calling all guac addicts: Avocados keep you thin, protect your vision,
and may even prevent cancer.
1 Eye opener
Protect your vision with a few slices of avocado at lunch or dinner.
Avocados are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin , antioxidants found in the
retina that keep eyes healthy; they also may help prevent age-related
problems, like cataracts and macular degeneration.
2 Cancer fighter
Extracts from avocados kill or stop the growth of precancerouscells
that lead to oral cancer and may have a similar effect on other
cancers, according to a recent study. Researchers credit the fruit's
unique combo ofnutrients—whi ch include folate and vitamins C and E.
3 Nutrient booster
Add avocado to salsa for a bigger health payoff. A study from The Ohio
State University found that people absorbed four-and-a-half times more
of the cancer-fighter lycopene fromthe tomatoes when avocado wasadded;
the healthy fats help you absorb more nutrients.
4 Healthier fat
Skip the mayo, and go for creamy avocado on your sandwich. It packs 4
grams of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat (which lowers cholesterol),
2grams of fiber , and 1 gram of protein per ounce, making it a
lower-fat, more-filling substitute for the white stuff.