Is it the perfect food? The avocado—creamy and delicious, the building block for guacamole, smoothies, healthy bowls, and so much more—is also a nutritional rock star. As this new special edition of EatingWell shows, avocados are fiber-rich and packed with vitamins and minerals. They're also linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, as well as improvement in cognitive function and skin health. This issue illuminates the avocado's superpowers and delivers dozens of beloved recipes, plus expert tips on how to know when an avocado is ripe and how to slice it, dice it, and store it. EatingWell: The Amazing Avocado is a must-have addition to your kitchen.