High in Heart-Healthy Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
Avocado is one of the fattiest plant foods. Indeed, nearly 80 percent of calories come from fat. The majority of that is a monounsaturated fatty acid called oleic acid, which is also the main element of olive oil. Scientists have shown some great health benefits of this component. These include reduced risks of cancer and lowered inflammation. Fats in avocadoes can resist heat-induced oxidation as well. Therefore, avocado oil can be used safely and healthily in cooking. [3]
