What is the nutritional value of avacados?

Question

What is the nutritional value of avacados?

Answer 1

They are a great alkaline food. Great for the whole body.

You can have a look at this book about Alkaline foods.

www.alkalinecookbook.com.au/

Enjoy Avocados

Answer 2

Avocado, raw (edible parts)

Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)

Energy 160 kcal   670 kJ

Carbohydrates     8.53 g

- Sugars  0.66 g

- Dietary fiber  6.7 g  

Fat 14.66 g

- saturated  2.13 g

- monounsaturated  9.80 g  

- polyunsaturated  1.82 g  

Protein 2 g

Thiamin (Vit. B1)  0.067 mg   5%

Riboflavin (Vit. B2)  0.130 mg   9%

Niacin (Vit. B3)  1.738 mg   12%

Pantothenic acid (B5)  1.389 mg   28%

Vitamin B6  0.257 mg 20%

Folate (Vit. B9)  81 μg   20%

Vitamin C  10 mg 17%

Calcium  12 mg 1%

Iron  0.55 mg 4%

Magnesium  29 mg 8%

Phosphorus  52 mg 7%

Potassium  485 mg   10%

Zinc  0.64 mg 6%

Percentages are relative to US

recommendations for adults.

Source: USDA Nutrient database

Answer 3

they are great for lowering cholesterol

Answer 4

Avocado Nutrition Structure/Function Statements

Avocados contain 81 micrograms of the carotenoid lutein, which some studies suggest may help maintain healthy eyes.

Avocados are included in Fruits & Veggies-More Matters™ consumer educational program to promote increased consumption of fruits and vegetables for good health.

Avocados Nutrient Profile:

One-fifth of a medium avocado, or about one ounce, has 50 calories and contributes nearly 20 beneficial nutrients to the diet.

Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are thought to help prevent many chronic diseases.

Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, including 4% of the recommended Daily Value (DV) for vitamin E, 4% vitamin C, 8% folate, 4% fiber, 2% iron, 4% potassium, with 81 micrograms of lutein and 19 micrograms of beta-carotene.

Avocados act as a "nutrient booster" by enabling the body to absorb more fat-soluble nutrients, such as alpha- and beta-carotene as well as lutein, in foods that are eaten with the fruit.

Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant compounds that can contribute to the nutrient quality of your diet.

Avocados, due to their mono and polyunsaturated fat content, are a healthy substitution for foods rich in saturated fat.

One-fifth of a medium avocado (1 oz) has 50 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals making it a good nutrient choice.

Avocados contain 76 milligrams beta-sitosterol in a 3-oz serving of avocado. Beta-sitosterol is a natural plant sterol which may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.