Eating healthy is a key part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. We know that consuming too many fats can be unhealthy, but what if you could make healthier dietary choices that include fats? With the ‘Fats You Can Respect’ article guidelines, you can make better choices when it comes to the type of fats you consume. This guide explains which fats should be included and limited in your daily diet so you can make the best choice for your health.
Ingredients used:
- - - Oils such as olive, canola, flax seed and nut which are rich in monounsaturates and polyunsaturates
- - - Nuts and 'natural' nut butters
- - - Avocados
- - - Seeds
- - - Fish or poultry
- - - Full fat dairy products
- - - Red meat
- - - Processed foods containing trans fat such as stick margarine, snack foods, fast foods, commercially prepared fried foods or bakery goods
- - - Commercial peanut butter
Recipe steps:
- Include oils such as olive, canola, flax seed and nut which are rich in monounsaturates and polyunsaturates into your daily diet.
- Include nuts and 'natural' nut butters in your regular meals.
- Include avocados and seeds in your snacks or meals.
- Eat fish or poultry a few times per week.
- Consume full fat dairy products and red meat a few times per month.
- Limit processed foods containing trans fat such as stick margarine, snack foods, fast foods, commercially prepared fried foods or bakery goods and commercial peanut butter.
By following these guidelines, you can make better choices when it comes to the type of fats you consume. Making healthier dietary choices with fats you can respect is an important step for a healthy lifestyle. You can find more information about healthy eating and nutrition on the internet and at your local health stores.
