Simple
Facts About Fats
Too much of the wrong types of dietary fat is considered a leading cause of heart disease and some cancers, especially breast and colon cancers.
Even so, fat is a necessary part of nutrition. It's vital that you know what the
good fats are and the bad.
Two Types Of Fats
Saturated (The Bad)
Fats that come from animals are called saturated fats. The liver converts saturated or hydrogenated fats to cholesterol, which can clog blood vessels.
Here are some examples of Saturated Fats.
Pork
Lamb
Beef
Poultry
Egg Yolk
Butter
Milk
Ice Cream
Cheese
Coconut Oil
Cocoa Butter
Unsaturated (The Good)
Unsaturated fats include monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats. These hydrogen-light fats may be just as caloric, but they do not block the arteries. In fact, research shows that olive oil and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids found in some cold-water fish may actually help reduce the lipoproteins that transport unhealthy cholesterol.
Polyunsaturated
Corn Oil
Sunflower Oil
Soybean Oil
Cottonseed Oil
Salmon
Tuna
Herring
Swordfish
Mackerel
Walnuts
Almonds
Monounsaturated
Olive Oil
Peanut Oil
So when planning out your meals, remember that you do need fat in your diet.
Many nutritionists recommend that about 20% of your daily caloric intake is from
fat and never more than 30%. Choose your fats wisely, opting for the ones that are polyunsaturated and monounsaturated. Try to steer clear of
saturated fats as often as possible.
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