The Benefits of Consuming Good Fats

Introduction

We were once told that fats can do more harm than good and once deemed as an enemy to our diet. However, recent studies are showing that SOME of them are amazing for our health.

There are two main types of fats, saturated and unsaturated.
-Unsaturated ones are oil-based fats and are usually runny at room temperature.
-On the other hand, saturated ones are solid at room temperatures and are commonly found in animal-based foods and dairy.

So which one is good for the body? Unsaturated fats of course! and doctors are pretty much in agreement that eating foods loaded with saturated fats, such as butter, red meat and pork, can cause heart disease, obesity and diabetes.

 

What are some of the benefits of consuming good fats?

1. Lowers heart disease and cholesterol level

Recent studies have that consuming healthy fats (unsaturated) can reduce some risk factors for heart disease. There has been evidence also showing that a high intake of monounsaturated fats can help reduce blood cholesterol levels.

 

2. Absorption of Vitamins

Another important benefit is that it allows the absorption of certain vitamins into our bodies. There are water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Fat-soluble vitamins, without the aid of fats it cannot readily be absorbed into our body. Vitamins such as vitamins A, D, E, and K are all fat-soluble and all have different functions for the body.

 

3. Increase Muscle Mass

The research has linked healthy fats to increase in muscle mass. It has also linked the intake of those healthy ones to good hormone balance and increased recovery after an intense workout.

 

4. Improves brain function

Research finds that “good” fats (monounsaturated ones) associates with better overall cognitive function and memory and saturated ones associates with worse overall cognitive function and memory over time.

 

Where can we get these healthy fats from exactly?

• Chia Seeds
• Flaxeeds/Linseeds
• Nuts such as walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts etc
• Avocado
• Olives
• Extra virgin Coconut oil
• Extra virgin Olive oil.

 

Which ones to stay away from

• Dairy products such as milk, cream, cheese, butter, ghee
• Eggs
• Fish
• Red meat
• Pork, Bacon or Ham
• Sausages.

Despite popular belief that these products are healthy for us to consume, they are all extremely high in cholesterol and hugely contribute to heart disease, cancer and diabetes (the 3 tops killers all over the world). With the restriction of these products in ones diet researchers and medical experts have been able to reverse the most severe cases of heart disease, diabetes and cancers.

 

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