Over time, small choices can contribute to a healthier dietary pattern.
And that is where the true value of avocados lies—not in dramatic promises, but in the nutrients they provide as part of an approach to eating that can be maintained for years.
Trusted Medical and Scientific Sources
The following references provide background and research evidence for the nutritional and health information discussed in this article.
1. American Heart Association (2022). Eating Two Servings of Avocados a Week Linked to Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Disease. A summary of a large prospective study examining avocado consumption and cardiovascular outcomes. Read the research summary.
2. Pacheco, L. S., et al. (2022). Avocado Consumption and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in US Adults. Journal of the American Heart Association. View on PubMed.
3. Lichtenstein, A. H., et al. (2022). Effect of Incorporating 1 Avocado Per Day Versus Habitual Diet on Visceral Adiposity: A Randomized Trial. Journal of the American Heart Association. Read the full study.
