Good fat vs. bad fat

When it comes to diet, fats get a bad rap. Some of this is justified, because certain types of fat. But some fats are better for you than others, and may even help to promote good health.

Avocados are high in fat. But it's monounsaturated fat, which is a "good" fat that helps lower bad cholesterol, as long as you eat them in moderation. Along with nearly 20 vitamins and minerals in every serving, including potassium is very important for ketosis.

Healthy Eating

Healthy eating starts with healthy food choices. You don’t need to be a chef to create nutritious, healthy meals your family will love. Learn what to look for at the grocery store, restaurants, your workplace and any eating occasion.

Would all of our weight loss problems be solved if we just eliminated fat from our diets? Unfortunately, it's not that simple. We actually need fats -- can't live without them, in fact. Fats are an important part of a healthy diet.

Healthy or “good” fats

Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are known as the “good fats” because they are good for your heart, your cholesterol, and your overall health. Primary sources include olive,nuts,fatty fish etc.

Saturated fat is no longer considered unhealthy while there’s no need to cut out all saturated fat from your diet anymore,but limiting your intake of saturated fat can still help improve your health. Primary sources include red meat,butter,chicken skin etc...

The power of omega-3s

How much omega-3s do you need?

Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat and are especially beneficial to your health. There are different types of omega-3s: EPA and DHA are found in fish and algae and have the most health benefits, while ALA comes from plants and is a less potent form of omega-3, although the body does convert ALA to EPA and DHA at low rates.

Official Omega-3 Dosage Guidelines

There is no set standard for how much omega-3 you should get each day. Various mainstream health organizations have released their own expert opinions, but they vary considerably. For the rest of us, the AHA recommends eating at least two 3.5 oz. (100 g) servings of fish per week.