The Skinny On Fats

Do you know that certain types of fats are better choices than others in terms of keeping your heart healthy?  Now there’s even more good news…scientists now know that when people use healthier fats instead of the less desirable fats, they lower their total body fat and burn more calories after a meal.

Here’s the skinny on fats:

HEALTHIER FATS are monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.  These are found in certain oils such as olive, peanut, and canola along with many nuts, some seeds, and avocados.

LESS DESIRABLE FATS are saturated fats and trans fats.  Saturated fats are found in foods such as bacon, butter, full-fat cream cheese, sour cream.  Trans fats are found in many packaged baked goods such as cookies, crackers, and margarine and shortening.

By knowing what is in the foods that you eat, you are able to make smart decisions in your choices.  Make the healthiest choices possible for a balanced diet from all of the food groups.

Believe In Yourself,
Cathy