Avocado

Avocado is best eaten using the “nick and peel” method. This is important to remember because the greatest concentration of carotenoids can be found just beneath the skin - the dark green flesh. While most people think carotenoids is just colored orange or red, the dark green variety is also rich with this important nutrient.

The benefits of Avocado are

Contrary to many beliefs, the fats in avocado are beneficial to the body. Avocado is rich in beta-carotene and lycopene, types of antioxidants that provide several health benefits. It promotes healthy heart and regulates blood sugar in the body. It is also a great anti-inflammatory agent, especially when it is combined with other fruits and vegetables, since it optimizes the absorption of many types of carotenoids. Because of this, avocado is also a great anti-cancer and anti-aging agent