Avocados are a nutrient-dense fruit which can be incorporated into a variety of eating patterns, including the healthy Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet.
The DASH diet is a healthy, flexible eating plan that is scientifically proven to lower high blood pressure, blood cholesterol levels and overall cardiovascular disease risk factors.
Fresh avocados can be part of the DASH eating plan when used in place of other fats or carbohydrates.
One third of a medium avocado contains 250 milligrams of potassium or 6% of your daily potassium need as well as 3 grams of fiber.
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