An avocado is a bright green fruit with a large pit and dark leathery skin. It's also known as alligator pear or butter fruit. Avocados are a favorite of the produce section. They're the go-to ingredient for guacamole dips. And they're turning up in everything from salads and wraps to smoothies and even brownies. So what exactly makes this pear-shaped berry (yes, that's right!) such a superfood?
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Avocado calories
Avocados have a lot of calories. The recommended serving size is smaller than you'd expect: one-third of a medium avocado (50 grams, or 1.7 ounces). 
One ounce has 50 calories.

Avocados are high in fat. But it's monounsaturated fat, which is "good" fat that helps lower bad cholesterol as long as you eat them in moderation.