Avocados are grown primarily in equatorial, tropical and subtropical areas. The most sought out variety of the avocado fruit is the creamy Hass Avocado. Evidence dating back to 10,000 B.C. suggests that avocado trees were first seen in Puebla, Mexico. The first settlers to utilize this highly beneficial fruit were the civilizations of Ancient Central America and South America. Avocados are harvested early and then allowed to gradually ripen. An indicator of ripe avocados is its skin; if it is soft and budges on pressing it gently, then the fruit has ripened completely. Many people think eating avocado is fattening due to its high-calorie content. However, avocado consists only of healthy fats. It offers an adequate amount of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) to the body. It naturally contains nearly 20 vitamins and minerals. Adding avocado to fruits and vegetables can greatly benefit us. To better understand the value of this amazing fruit, let’s have a look at twelve incredible advantages of eating avocado regularly. Fibre, an indigestible plant matter, contributes to improved digestion, reduces blood sugar spikes, and aids weight loss. Avocados are a rich source of fibre and contain 7 g of fibre per 100g. Avocados have both soluble (25%) and insoluble fibre (75%). The former attracts water and turns it into gel whereas the latter improves the movement of material during digestion. Those suffering from poor digestion or constipation can benefit from eating avocados. Avocados have very high levels of potassium. This helps to maintain electrical gradients in one’s body. Potassium eliminates excess levels of sodium in your body, which decreases blood pressure. For health-conscious individuals, eating avocados has become incredibly popular. Referred to as a superfood, they comprise Vitamin K, Folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin B5, Potassium, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, magnesium, copper, fat-soluble, iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, zinc, manganese, and phosphorus. There are several different names for the fruit across the world. In many parts of India, people know avocado as ‘butter fruit‘. In certain other parts of the world, the fruit is known in the local language by words that translate to the term ‘alligator pear’.