One avocado a day improves sleep

Interestingly, this was the first large-scale study to identify a link between avocado consumption and sleep. Nearly a thousand American adults with increased waist circumference — a known heart risk factor — took part. Half of them added one avocado per day to their diet, while the others ate little to none. After six months, those in the avocado group reported better overall well-being, improved nutrition, and longer sleep duration.

It’s worth noting that sleep isn’t just about getting more hours. The American Heart Association has already added sleep to its list of eight essential factors for heart health — alongside nutrition, physical activity, and blood sugar levels. So improving your sleep habits can protect your heart just as effectively as quitting bad habits.

Although the study wasn’t specifically designed to analyze sleep, the results were so intriguing that researchers now plan to dig deeper. For now, there’s a good reason to see avocados more often on your plate — especially considering their other health benefits.

This fruit is rich in fiber, especially the soluble kind that helps lower bad cholesterol. It’s also packed with monounsaturated fats that support healthy blood vessels and reduce the risk of stroke.

And for those who want more than just a plain avocado snack, experts have created a free heart-friendly cookbook with tasty and nutritious recipes. Because a healthy lifestyle should feel joyful — not like a chore.