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<\/a><\/p>\nListen up: Fat is not the enemy! At least, not entirely.<\/p>\n
Let me be clear in saying that there are many kinds of fats, including the saturated and trans fats found in candy bars, processed foods, and T-bone steaks\u2014these are generally no good. But there are also the natural fats found in whole foods like avocados<\/a><\/strong>, nuts<\/a><\/strong>, seeds, salmon, coconuts, and olive oil<\/a><\/strong>, which are so, so good!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Following a diet that restricts or prohibits consumption of all fats is denying your body of essential nutrients for basic human function. Good fats, such as monounsaturated fatty acids, help to:<\/p>\n \u2022 Regulate hormone levels Here are my favorite ways to sneak in some more healthy fats:<\/p>\n A morning smoothie.<\/strong> Consider adding your favorite nut butter, coconut oil, or even hide a spoonful of pure fish oil into the most important meal of the day. Go nuts!<\/strong> Adding walnuts, almonds, and flaxseeds as toppings to your favorite cereal, yogurt, or trail mix is a great way to hide a superfood punch into your snacks.<\/p>\n Supplement, if necessary.<\/strong> I always suggest choosing the whole or natural food version of any nutrient, but if these foods can\u2019t find your way into your routine, do your research and consider talking with your doctor about adding a fish oil or Omega-3 supplement from a reliable and safe source.<\/p>\n _________________________________<\/p>\n Katie McGrath is a private nutrition coach and\u00a0corporate wellness consultant\u00a0committed to natural health and happiness. She is totally in love with all things yoga, nature, and guacamole. Follow her on twitter at <\/em>@healthcoachKM<\/a><\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Also Read:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Does Fat in Foods Make Me Fat?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n What are the Different Types of Fat?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Stress Makes Us Fat<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Fat makes you fat, right? Wrong. For years, all fats have been made out to be a delicious incarnation the devil. As a health and nutrition coach, I get questions all the time from my clients about low-fat diets and … Continue reading
\n\u2022 Absorb vitamins
\n\u2022 Stabilize blood pressure
\n\u2022 Improve digestion
\n\u2022 Improve cognitive function
\n\u2022 Make you feel full faster!
\n\u2022 Make things taste better!<\/p>\n
\nHold the mayo<\/strong>. Think about using nature\u2019s mayonnaise: the avocado! Spread slices of raw avocado on your bread and skip the calorie-packed dressings.<\/p>\n