My family eats avocados often. I've heard that they're high in fat, but I've also heard that they are good for you.
Avocados are high in fat.
I think avocados are great, and they make a healthy substitute for other types of fat, including butter, mayonnaise, sour cream, cheese, cream cheese, and cream. Sometimes I spread avocado, instead of butter, on dense and chewy whole grain breads. Avocados also contain phytochemicals that can help prevent cancer and heart disease. The most important of these substances is beta-sitosterol, a plant sterol that can prevent cholesterol from being absorbed from the digestive tract. Some research suggests that beta-sitosterol can help reduce blood cholesterol levels.