Avocado
Avocados are a fabulous source of healthy monounsaturated fats that are essential for good health, including healthy cardiovascular function. Fats also have a positive effect on appetite and satiety. When fats enter the stomach, they stimulate the release of a hormone called cholecystokinin, which suppresses appetite and delays stomach emptying. This is one of the reasons why consuming avocados with a meal will help you feel full for longer. Avocados contain beneficial oleic fatty acids which have been found to reduce hunger and food intake. Avocados also provide plenty of dietary fi bre that further increases the satiating effect of this delicious fruit.
A study publishedfound that overweight adults who added half an avocado to their lunch had an increase in satisfaction and decreased desire to eat. A single 100g serving of avocado provides 15g of healthy fats, 7g of fibre and 2g of protein. Avocados also deliver a good dose of vitamin E, beta-carotene, magnesium, folate, potassium and B vitamins, which support healthy brain function, immunity and nervous system function.
