A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology suggests that consuming avocados daily could significantly lower 'bad' cholesterol levels and reduce heart disease risk.The research, conducted over six months, involved 786 adults with abdominal obesity.

Participants who added one avocado per day to their diet without changing other habits saw a 4% reduction in heart disease risk, equivalent to a 49 nanomoles per litre decrease in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) particle concentrations.Lead author Janhavi Damani noted that avocados' monounsaturated fats, fiber, and phytosterols likely contributed to the cholesterol reduction.

Senior author Kristina Petersen emphasized that while this modest improvement is less impactful than overhauling the entire diet, small dietary changes like adding avocados could help people achieve sustainable health improvements over time.

The study highlights the potential of avocados as a feasible dietary intervention for managing cholesterol levels, though experts caution that individual results may vary and medical advice should be sought for personalized guidance.