Avocado has been cultivated since the third millennium BCE in Mexico and Central America.
The Aztecs referred to avocado oil as “forest oil” and used it widely in traditional medicine and skincare rituals to help protect the skin from wind and sun exposure, support wound recovery, and as a natural symbol of vitality.
Modern research confirms that cold pressing preserves the oil’s valuable composition.
Avocado oil is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (omega-9 – up to 80%), vitamins E, K, C, D, F, PP, B-group vitamins, antioxidants (lutein, zeaxanthin), and minerals including potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese, iron, chlorine, sulfur, iodine, chromium, fluoride, molybdenum, cobalt, silver, phosphorus, and sodium.
It also contains lecithin, squalene, phytosterols, chlorophyll, and histidine – a combination that may support the body holistically, promoting both internal balance and external beauty.
Calorific value: 884 kcal / 100 grams.
Potential benefits:
• Thanks to oleic acid and phytosterols, may support the maintenance of healthy cholesterol, blood glucose, and blood pressure levels.
• The high content of lutein and zeaxanthin may contribute to the protection of eye health against age-related changes.
• May help promote a feeling of fullness, supporting balanced eating habits and appetite regulation.
• May support digestive comfort and the body’s natural bile flow.
• Helps protect the skin from environmental stressors, including UV radiation, and may assist in reducing dryness, flakiness, and the appearance of fine lines.
• Contributes to joint and bone health, which may be helpful in maintaining mobility with age.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamin E, it may support the body’s natural defense mechanisms against oxidative stress.
• May support reproductive wellness in both men and women; phytosterols may play a role in maintaining prostate health.
• When applied topically, its moisturizing properties may help support skin regeneration and comfort.
• During pregnancy, may assist in meeting nutritional needs with B-group vitamins, folic acid, and potassium.
Internal use:
Take 1–2 teaspoons daily.
Can be added to salads, cold soups, smoothies, or taken on its own 20 minutes before meals.
External use:
• For skin: Apply to the face and eye area to support hydration, UV protection, and smoother appearance.
• For hair: Use in masks to help restore dry ends and strengthen the hair structure.
• For massage: Blend with essential oils to support microcirculation and ease muscle tension.
