Benefits of avocados: 5 ways they are good for your health

You could benefit your health by adding avocados to your diet. Find out five ways this green fruit, an excellent source of potassium and fiber, is good for your health.

The green fruit has become a staple in kitchens around the world -- and for good reason. Avocados deliver a variety of health benefits and are a versatile ingredient when cooking, said CNN nutrition contributor Lisa Drayer. She uses the fatty fruit in soups, dips and even chocolate truffles. Depending on how you bake with it, avocados can be a great fat substitute that won't make your desserts taste like an avocado, she noted.