Dietary fats have been a hot topic for a while – are they good or not? It can’t be stressed enough that when it comes to fats, the type you eat is what’s most important. So, what are some healthy fats worth exploring?
We’ve compiled a list of healthy fats to eat in the form of snacks.
Avocado
It’s a very rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids, the healthy fat type, and also high in antioxidants. In fact, a study that involved 45 women and men revealed that consumption of one avocado a day in a heart-healthy diet for 5 weeks had positive effects on participants’ cholesterol levels. See our avocado sandwich recipe.
Whole eggs
They’ve gotten a bad rep for some time, but new studies seem to refute claims that eggs (yolk) negatively affect cholesterol levels. This nutrient-dense food contains various minerals and vitamins beneficial for the body. It provides 27% of the recommended daily value of choline, an important nutrient for the brain.
Almonds
They’re one of the most common nuts that can be found. Highly nutritious loaded with vitamin E (125%), manganese (104%), riboflavin (57%), folate (12%) and other vitamins, almonds and other nuts are a great source of healthy fats too. It contains 72% of the daily value of total fat per serving. It’s a great plant based source of protein (45%). Get a pack of almonds and carry with you to munch on throughout your day.
Chia seeds
Did you know that one ounce of chia seeds contains 8.6 grams of fat? It contains other beneficial nutrients such as phosphorous (27%), calcium (18%), manganese (30%) and protein (9%) of the recommended daily value. There are different ways of consuming chia seeds. You can use them in your smoothies, salad dressings, baked goods and drinks.
This list of healthy fat sources isn’t exhaustive, however, can become a guide to eliminating unhealthy fats in your diet.