Including good fat in your diet is essential for optimal nutrition. Contrary to popular belief, not all fats are bad.
Many people are taught from a young age to believe that fats are evil and should be avoided, nothing could be further from the truth.
Good fat carries fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) which are the important building blocks for the cells of your body. They contain essential fatty acids which are the fats our body is unable to manufacture itself so we need to acquire them from dietary sources.
These good fats fall into two groups which are called omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids. You will find omega-3 in leafy green vegetables, oily fish and a small amount in walnuts, eggs and animal meats. Omega-6 EFAs are found in meats, grain products, and cooking oils such as corn, sunflower and safflower.
Fats that you must avoid or at least minimize, are the saturated fats which are found in fried foods and the visible fats you see on meats. Other fats to avoid are trans-fatty acids in food such as margarine.
Good fat is an excellent fuel source and should be included as a regular part of your every day diet.
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