We all know how important it is to be careful of what goes into our body, but fats are essential for heart-health benefits. Limiting or avoiding saturated fats, such as butter and cheese can actually help reduce heart disease along with avoiding trans fats. However, monousaturated and polyunsaturated fats in moderation can actually benefit your heart.
Cooking with oils such as olive, canola, safflower, sunflower and flaxseed will get you the essentail fatty acids and vitamins your body needs.
This does not mean that you have to eliminate everything you eat, but be more cautious about what you buy. For instance, purchasing leaner cuts of meat and low-fat dairy products can lower your intake of staurated fat and still provide you with the necessary nutrients your body needs.
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You probably don't know this, but my mom was HUGE into health. I LOVE your blog, as it almost feels like littler reminders from her to 'Eat healthy!', 'Drink water!' and 'Get your flax!'. Thank you :)
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