When addressing fats, we encourage you to be mindful of the types of fats you are consuming. Not all fat is created equal!
FATS TO CONSUME:
Polyunsaturated and Monounsaturated: These are the fats that should be consumed in an everyday diet! Examples are:
- Olive Oil
- Avocado
- Fatty fish
- Nuts & Seeds
- Avocado oil
FATS TO CONSUME IN MODERATION:
Saturated Fats: These hold their value and can be included in a healthy diet. However, consumed in smaller quantities:
- Coconut oil
- Butter
- Fattier cuts of meat
- Cheese
- Chocolate
FATS WE WANT TO AIM TO AVOID!
Trans fats: Unfortunately, there is no benefit to these (pleasure, definitely – however, not health-wise). If consuming these, we want to keep quantities low and few and far between.
- Deep fried foods
- Deep-fried cuts of meat
- Frozen pizzas
- Margarine
Fat is an incredibly beneficial part of our diet, not to be demonised. However, as discussed, the type of fats you consume will play a significant role in your health. Aim to include 1 x serve of polyunsaturated or monounsaturated per meal to ensure you are satiated and left without sugar cravings!
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