Avocado Nutrition Info, Calories in Avocado

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Great for low-carb menu items: One fifth of a Hass avocado from Mexico contains less than three grams carbohydrate and 50 calories
Nutrient-dense avocados contain nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients
Heart healthy: Like olive oil, avocados contain monounsaturated fats with no cholesterol. These so-called "good fats", recommended as part of a heart-healthy diet, help people feel full and satisfied, making a little go a long way
Avocados are ideal for many special needs diets, including as a substitute for dairy and animal fats for vegan diets, and to make vegetarian dishes heartier and more satiating

Nutrition Facts

This nutrient-dense fruit contains nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients in addition to unsaturated fats with no cholesterol

Their mono- and poly-unsaturated "good" fats are recommended as part of a heart-healthy diet

Avocados can help the body absorb fat-soluble nutrients—such as alpha- and beta-carotene— found in fruits and vegetables more efficiently

Avocados contain lutein, a natural antioxidant that may be helpful in maintaining eye health