Avocados

Avocados are a stone fruit with a creamy texture that grows in warm climates. Their potential health benefits include improving digestion, decreasing the risk of depression, and protecting against cancer. Avocados are a great source of vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, as well as riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium. They also provide lutein, beta-carotene, and omega-3 fatty acids. Avocados contain substances that have antimicrobial activity, particularly against Escherichia coli, a leading cause of food poisoning. Avocado provides approximately 25 percent of the daily recommended intake of vitamin K.   one serving (one-fifth of an avocado, approximately 40 grams) contains:- 64 calories almost 6 grams of fat 3.4 grams of carbohydrate less than a gram of sugar almost 3 grams of fibre