Believe it or not I am not crazy about the taste of avocado. I’ll eat guacamole or put it in a smoothie, but eating it in pure form on a sandwich or something? Not. Happening.

Yes, I’m weird like that.

BUT, despite me having to always disguise the taste of avocado it has its good side.

Avocado is a very good choice of fat. It’s actually the fruit with the highest fat content, but don’t start thinking that’s a bad thing here.

We all need fat in our bodies for certain bodily processes, specifically monounsaturated fat & omega 3 fatty acids. And an avocado is a source for both of these.

Don’t think avocado is a good food yet?

Here are 7 health benefits of avocado and you can decide for yourself:

1. reduces the risk of inflammatory diseases, like arthritis
2. boosts women’s fertility
3. increases the success of an IVF treatment
4. lowers blood pressure
5. protection from heart disease & stroke
6. lubricates the joints
7. fights free-radical damage

Now, on to the recipe…way to get me to eat an avocado!

Hope you enjoy!

Chocolate Coconut Avocado Smoothie

This recipe makes 1 serving.

What you’ll need:

• 1/2 avocado
• 1 banana, frozen, peeled
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tsp cacao powder

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a blender or magic bullet – blend until smooth. Enjoy!

Feel free to add in some coconut flakes to top it off!