It’s fair to say the humble avocado has had its fair share of scrutiny when it comes to its health and financial impacts. But according to researchers at Wollongong Uni, you can have your smashed avo and eat it too… The study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that people who eat more avocados tend to have lower body weight and smaller waist measurements. They say that’s because the fruit’s high levels of unsaturated fats keep hunger at bay for longer, and those who eat more avos tend to eat more wholefoods overall. They are also packed with good vitamins/minerals, which are great for cardiovascular health. The study didn’t have much to say about the effects of avocado consumption on saving for a house deposit, but with avos super cheap this season, there’s all the more reason to put them in your trolley…