Top 5 Healthy Foods series second article – Benefits of Avocado. Check back for future posts to read more about my top 5 healthy foods.

Avocados use to be known as high in fat but they are making a healthy comeback.  The heart healthy monounsaturated fats in avocados are known to be important for normal growth and development of the central nervous system and brain.

Avocados are sodium and cholesterol free and a great source of fiber, potassium, copper and folate.  In addition they contain lutein an antioxidant for healthy eyes and skin.  Lutein has been shown to be concentrated in the macula of the eye, and research shows it may help maintain healthy eyesight as we age.    Read more →