Good Fats vs Bad Fats
My love for avocados lead me to question, can there be to much of a good thing? Let’s talk Fats!
There are four types fats but the two general fats are Saturated Fats and Unsaturated Fats. Saturated fats are normally solid at room temperature with a high melting point. These fats are sources from pork, fatty beef, whole milk, eggs, coconut oil, butter, and cheese. Unsaturated Fats are a more complicated including Trans Fats, Monounsaturated Fats, and Polyunsaturated Fats.
Trans Fat like saturated fat is solid at room temperature and has a high melting point. Trans fat consist of natural fats from some dairy, beef, and lamb; it also consist of artificial fats such as hydrogenate oil that has been chemically altered for a longer shelf life. Artificial trans fat should be avoided for many health reason and are sourced from junk food.
Monounsaturated Fats consist of Olive Oil, Canola Oil, Peanut Oil, Avocado, Nuts and Seeds. These oils are all considered good fats that are meant to be consumed in moderation. “Apparently you can have too much of a good thing.“
Polyunsaturated Fats are liquid at room temperature and solid when chilled. Polyunsaturated fats consist of the omega numbers 3, 6, 7, 9. Three and six are the essential omegas because our bodies can not make them. Omega 6 should be kept to a minimum due to the sources including processed vegetables oil, salad dressing, fried foods, and grain feed beef. Omega 6 has inflammatory effects when consumed at high levels but Omega 3 have the opposite reaction giving anti inflammatory effects. Omega 3 are sourced from flaxseeds, salmon, tuna , and walnuts.
To recap Saturated Fats should be kept to a minimum, Artificial Trans Fats our “Bad” Fats should be eliminated from our diet, Monounsaturated Fats are our “Good” Fats that should be enjoyed but in moderation, and polyunsaturated fats believe it you need a balance of three Omega 6 fats to six Omega 3 Fats. Following these guidelines should lead to leaner meal options for a healthier lifestyle.
Stay Ready Meals provides low fat dishes, focusing on high protein and moderate carbohydrates. We only use Monounsaturated fats and Omega 3 ingredients to ensure the fats that are consumed are good for you and your goals. We stay ready so you don’t have to get ready, SHOP Stay Ready Meals!