A couple of days ago, Pennsylvania State University published a press release explaining that a group of experts from various universities found that eating avocado regularly could have an incredible effect on health. 

The study showed that after consuming one avocado a day for 6 months, participants had lower levels of cholesterol: “Incorporating one avocado a day in this study did not cause weight gain, but did cause a slight reduction in LDL cholesterol, which are important findings for better health,” according to the university experts, who also mentioned that “while avocados did not affect abdominal fat or weight, the study shows that they can be a beneficial addition to a balanced diet.” 

On the other hand, expert Kristina Petersen explained that the study found that “the results suggest that eating an avocado can significantly improve the quality of nutrition,” and added that “this is important because we know that a better quality diet is related to a lower risk of various diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some types of cancer.” 

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The prestigious university involved more than 1,000 people who were obese or overweight. Half of the participants had to eat one avocado a day, while the other half would consume less than 2 avocados per month: 

“Although consuming one avocado a day did not lead to significant clinical improvements in abdominal fat and other cardiometabolic risk factors, consuming one avocado a day did not result in weight gain,” according to professor Joan Sabaté, who also explained that “this is positive because eating extra calories through avocado did not impact weight or abdominal fat, while slightly reducing total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol.”  

So, if you are an avocado lover or are on a diet and don't want to eat it, now you know that you don't have to worry, as this fruit won't make you gain weight and will also help you naturally lower your cholesterol levels. More excellent reasons to prepare guacamole or pico de gallo! 

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Our best avocado recipes 

Now that you know that avocado helps keep your heart healthy, you'll be even more eager to prepare all sorts of stews, sauces, ceviches, and more dishes with this delicious fruit that the Mexican land has given us.

• Avocado Stuffed with Tuna Salad
• Grilled Salmon with Avocado Sauce
• Chicken Tostadas with Avocado
• California Bowl
• Avocados Stuffed with Ceviche and Habanero
• Jicama Tacos with Shrimp and Avocado
• Avocado and Corn Salad
• Quinoa and Avocado Salad
• Toasted Bread with Salmon and Avocado Hummus
• Caprese Chicken with Avocado
• Drowned Tinga Flautas with Avocado Sauce
• Avocados Stuffed with Shrimp Cocktail
• Toasted Bread with Avocado and Boiled Egg
• Spaghetti Squash with Avocado Cream
• Roasted Cauliflower with Egg and Avocado
• Avocado Stuffed with Nopal Salad