Not all fats are created equal

Despite the mixed messages on fat, this macronutrient is actually essential for health.

Adequate intake is beneficial for:

🧠 Brain function and improved mental health
❤️ Heart health and production of HDL "good" cholesterol
🥦 Absorption of fat soluble vitamins
🦠 Structural integrity and flexibility of cell membranes
🔥 Production of anti-inflammatory hormones
👁 Healthy vision and skin
🤤 Maintaining satiety between meals

In saying this, not all fats are created equal! Be sure to consume fat from healthy sources such as nuts, seeds, avocado, extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, free range eggs, organic grass-fed butter, sardines, mackerel and salmon. These provide a variety of fats: monounsaturated, polyunsaturated and saturated, ALL of which have important roles in the body.

Despite the push on supermarket shelves, vegetable oils are highly processed, poor sources of dietary fat that can contribute to inflammation, increased LDL "bad" cholesterol and even promote insulin resistance. Avoid any of the following sources:

❌ Vegetable oils (such as corn and canola)
❌ Seed oils (soybean, grapeseed, safflower)
❌ Hydrogenated fats and oils

So ditch the fear of fat and enjoy this amazing nutrient in your diet for optimal health 🥑