Beneficial for gut health

Avocados are abundant in fiber, with each avocado containing roughly 14 grams. That amounts to roughly half of the current DV for this critical nutrient. Getting adequate fiber in your diet is critical for digestive health because it promotes the growth of beneficial microorganisms. A study of 163 overweight adults revealed that eating 175 grams (men) or 140 grams (women) of avocado daily for 12 weeks resulted in decreased fecal bile acid concentrations and enhanced bacterial diversity compared to a control group.

Increased bile acid concentrations cause intestinal inflammation and the proliferation of microorganisms linked to unfavorable health consequences such as colon cancer. Furthermore, the avocado group included higher levels of the bacteria Faecalibacterium, Lachnospira, and Alistipes, all of which create short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) such as butyrate. SFCAs help colon cells function properly and protect against illnesses such as colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. Also, bear in mind that all fiber-rich meals, such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, are beneficial to gut health. Eating a range of fiber-containing foods, not only avocados, is the most essential aspect of sustaining digestive health.