Avocado Oil Health Benefits [Infographic]

Health Benefits of Avocado Oil - Chosen Foods Heart Health

We all know how healthy avocados are - some nutritionists and health experts even call them nature's perfect food.  But, what about avocado oil?

Avocado oil has a light, nutty taste and a relatively high smoke point, making it ideal for high-heat cooking, like deep frying, searing and high temperature stir frying.

Avocado oil is made up of more than 50% monounsaturated fat making it a heart-healthy option because it is thought to help lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol.  Other benefits may include:

✿ It may aid in destroying free radicals
✿ It may help control blood sugar levels
✿ It may aid in the absorption of beta-carotene, lypocene and other healthy nutrients

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Infographic source, more information and health tips:  Chosen Foods - Avocado Heart Healthy Ingredient Spotlight