Avocado
Avocado is a conventional fruit with documented benefits for cardiovascular health, body composition, and cognitive and gut health, and no safety concerns at typical dietary intake.
What it is
Fruit of Persea americana Mill., a tree in the Lauraceae family.
Whole fruit eaten fresh or used in spreads, dips (e.g., guacamole), salads, smoothies, and baby food.
What regulators actually say
"Clinical trials and observational studies have identified four primary Hass avocado health effects which promote: (1) cardiovascular health by improving blood lipid profiles and acute endothelial blood flow; (2) healthier weight and body composition; (3) better cognitive function, especially in areas of executive function; and (4) colonic microbiota health and related cardiometabolic and brain benefits."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Conventional food (fruit). No additive approval required.
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food in the EU.
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