Published Research Shows Avocados Act As 'Nutrient Booster'

Good Fat in Avocados Increases Absorption of Beneficial Plant Compounds

Irvine, CA. (March 1, 2005) - Research findings published in this month's issue of the Journal of Nutrition indicate that avocados act as a "nutrient booster," allowing the body to absorb significantly more heart-healthy nutrients like alpha-carotene, beta-carotene