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Interesting, Funny & Nutrition Facts About Avocado

by aditya abhishek

Researches across the world believes that Avocado originated in Puebla, located in South Central Mexico.  People started eating avocado since 10,000 years ago. 

Till today, Mexico is still the largest producer of Avocado in the world. In 2018, it produced around 2.1 million tons of avocado. 

From where do you think word Avocado came from? It actually originated from Aztec word "ahuacatl," which means ‘testicle.

Avocado trees can live up to 400 years and can grow up to 70 feet tall, therefore is a great option for farmers to get consistent income. 

Nutrition Facts

Single avocado fruit contains 240 calories, 13 grams carbohydrate, 3 grams protein, 22 grams fat, 10 grams fibres, and 11 milligrams sodium.

Avocado fruits also contains vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, and folate. due to which demand is always high. 

Avocadoes are rich in fibres, that's why they are really helpful in keeping digestive system healthy

Eating avocado is considered beneficial for heart health by medicinal experts as avocado fruit contains healthy fats, vitamins & minerals. 

Moreover, avocado fruits also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that helps you in building strong immunity system. 

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