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Healthy Fats, Good Fats you Need for Weight Loss!

Healthy Fats, Good Fats you Need for Weight Loss!
Healthy Fats, Good Fats you Need for Weight Loss!

The Truth About Healthy Fats and why Your Body Needs Them!

Fats are a type of Macro Nutrient, just like carbohydrates and protein. And like carbs and protein your body requires some healthy fat for energy, to protect your heart, absorb vitamins, and help with brain health.

However, not all fats are created equal. There are four types of fat, some good and some bad.

The Four types of Fat:

The “Good Fats” or Healthy Fats:

Monounsaturated Fats and Polyunsaturated Fats: These are known as the good fats because they improve your overall health. They help to:

Before we dive into the Bad, Lets also talk about Omega-3s:

Omega-3 Fatty Acids are typically Polyunsaturated fats but are extremely beneficial to our health. Research has shown that a diet rich in Omega-3s may help to:

The “Bad Fats” or Unhealthy Fats:

Trans Fats and Saturated Fats: Are known as the bad fats because they:

Trans fats are worse than saturated fats and trans fats should be avoided at all costs, pay attention to the labels on your foods.

Saturated fats, while not as harmful as Trans fats can still raise bad LDL and negatively impact your heart health. It is best consumed in moderation, however there is no need to remove it from your diet completely.

List of Healthy Fats:

Monounsaturated Fats:

  • Olive Oil
  • Canola Oil
  • Peanut Oil
  • Sesame Oil
  • Avocados
  • Olives
  • Eggs
  • Pistachios
  • Almonds
  • Peanuts
  • Hazelnuts
  • Pecans
  • Cashews
  • Macadamia
  • Peanut or Other Nut Butter

Polyunsaturated Fats:

  • Sunflower Seeds
  • Sesame Seeds
  • Pumpkin Seeds
  • Flaxseed
  • Walnuts
  • Fish Oil
  • Salmon
  • Tuna
  • Mackerel
  • Herring
  • Trout
  • Sardines
  • Soybean
  • Safflower Oil
  • Tofu

Best Sources of Omega-3s:

  • Anchovies
  • Herring
  • Salmon
  • Mackerel
  • Sardines
  • Trout
  • Tuna
  • Mussels
  • Oysters
  • Halibut

Vegetarian Omega-3s

  • Seaweed
  • Flaxseeds and Oil
  • Chia Seeds
  • Canola and Soybean Oil
  • Walnuts
  • Mayonnaise
  • Edamame
  • Beans (refried, kidney, etc)
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Kale
  • Spinach

List of Unhealthy Fats:

Trans Fats:

  • Commercially baked Pastries: Cookies, Doughnuts, Muffins, Cakes, and Pizza Dough
  • Packaged Snack Foods: Cracker, Microwave Popcorn, Chips
  • Margarine
  • Vegetable Shortening
  • Fried Foods: French Fries, Fried Chicken, Chicken Nuggets, Breaded Fish.
  • Anything Containing Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Saturated Fats:

  • Red Meat: Beef, Lamb, Pork
  • Chicken Skin
  • Whole Fat Dairy
  • Butter
  • Ice Cream
  • Lard
  • Tropical Oils: Coconut and Palm Oil

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What are “Good Fats”?

Good Fats/Healthy Fats: Monounsaturated Fats and Polyunsaturated Fats because they are good for your overall health. Improving heart health, cholesterol, and fights cancer.

What Fatty Foods Should You Avoid?

Trans Fats which can be found in commercially baked goods, packaged snack foods, margarin, and fried foods.

What are the Top 5 Healthiest Fats?

• Black Beans
• Walnuts
• Avocado
• Salmon
• Flaxseeds

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