Avocado is packed with nutrients, you can’t ignore them, they taste great, they do you good and they can make you look gorgeous too.

Avocado has a high fatty acid content but surprisingly contains extremely low levels of cholesterol. Many people desist from eating avocado due to its high-calorie content, thinking that it may add to their weight.

However, it contains fewer calories when compared to butter and other high-calorie dietary items. Also, much of the fat content comes from unique sources, like phytosterols, which are beneficial for a number of reasons.

This article discusses the various magical benefits of this amazing fruit.

 Avocado oil works as a natural sunscreen

We all know how intense Nigerian sun can get, you step out of your house for one minute and next thing you are getting roasted! well if this sounds familiar, then you can use avocado oil as a natural sunscreen and a soothing ointment for sunburnt skin.

Avocado oil will also protect your skin from environmental damage, thanks to a high content of anti-oxidants.

 Avocado as an antidandruff

Nothing is as embarrassing as flakes appearing on your shoulders from dandruff in your hair.

Luckily, one of the magical benefits of avocado for hair includes dandruff treatment.

The entire fruit has its uses, even the seeds. The seeds of the fruit can be made into a powder that has been used for many years in some countries, as a natural dandruff treatment.

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Avocado oil treats dehydrated skin

The benefits of avocado for treating various skin conditions are many, this is why it is has become the go-to ingredient for many commercial creams and balms.

It is extremely good for treating very dry, aging and dehydrated skin. Its oil has amazing moisturizing abilities and it will provide you with a refreshing and long-lasting re-hydration of dry skin.

All you need to do is, warm up a couple of drops of avocado oil between your hands and apply to your already cleansed skin every night before going to bed; already after a couple of days you will notice the difference, your skin will become soft, hydrated and glowing.