July 31 is National Avocado Day in America. The fruit – yes, avocados grow on flowering-trees that fall under the fruit classification – is vastly popular in America, specifically due to guacamole and the brunch sensation, avocado toast. Give thanks to Mexico, because the fruit was originally grown there and in Central America. While other countries have taken to growing the fruit, most of the Avocados consumed in America come from Mexico. Once called the “alligator pear” by an Irishman who didn’t know the local language, avocados are more than just tasty. They’re really healthy. They help lower “bad” cholesterol and boost the “good” HDL levels, which helps prevents heart disease. So, eat up!
