Nutrition Research
Nutrition Research
Learn the latest on avocado nutrition health science
Find nutrition research on the benefits of avocados for cardiovascular health, weight management, type 2 diabetes, and healthy living at every age
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US Older Adults That Consume Avocado or Guacamole Have Better Cognition Than Non-consumers: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2011–2014
What’s Inside: The goal of this study is to examine how avocado relates to cognitive function among older adults.
Effects of 12-Week Avocado Consumption on Cognitive Function Among Adults with Overweight and Obesity
What’s Inside: Excess adiposity increases risk for cognitive impairment. Consumption of avocado, a highly bioavailable source of the xanthophyll lutein, has been shown to improve retinal lutein accumulation and cognitive function. Thus, we evaluated the influence of avocado consumption on cognitive function and lutein status among adults with overweight and obesity using a randomized-controlled trial with matching design for pertinent study outcomes.
Avocado consumption increases macular pigment density in older adults: a randomized controlled trial
What’s Inside: Investigated whether consuming one fresh avocado per day could improve cognition and macular pigment density. A randomized, controlled trial.
