Fat might be the most misunderstood nutrients of all time,
often reduced or even cut out completely when people are trying to “shed” or
eat “more healthily,” according to that old and erroneous low-fat
mentality. Given this fat phobia, healthy fat is one of my favorite
topics for discussion with people. It’s not only essential for our overall
health and mood, but it’s critical for our metabolism. Fat matters when you’re
trying to lose fat! Let’s talk about
tips for boosting this essential nutrient and giving your body the
healthy fat it needs!
Healthy sources of dietary fat can include nuts and nut butters like P28, seeds and
certain oils, as well as the naturally occurring fats in meats and some
vegetables. When trying to boost intake of healthy fats, I generally coach with
guidelines covering animal fats, nuts and seeds, and oils.
Keep the yolk.
All sorts of healthy nutrients, including fat, live in the yolk of the egg.
When preparing your morning breakfast or other foods, be sure to keep the yolk
for some extra healthy fat in your meal.
Flax it.
Flaxseed comes in whole, liquid or ground version, all which can be beneficial
to pump up the healthy fat in your meal. Try adding a tablespoon to your gluten
free oats, protein shake, or even to your stir fry or salad.
Co-co-nut. Fix
up the taste of your meals with coconut oil. Solid at room temperature, a
tablespoon over the stove will melt fast and amplify the favor of your foods.
Unsweetened coconut flakes can also be a great addition to any meal and works
well for a healthier breading on fish and poultry! One of my favorite is by E-Pharm and called Organic Extra virgin coconut oil!
There are a number of supplement products that contain the correct amount of healthy fats as well, like Met-Rx Triple Omega and CLA, D-Fine 8 and even some proteins like Pro Complete 40!
Below is another list of some everyday 'Good Fat' you can add into your diet that you might not thing about.
Til Next time, Seth
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