* Monounsaturated fats. The Mediterranean culture consumes approximately 40 percent of calories from monounsaturated fat. Studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet increases life expectancy and reduces incidence of disease.
* Omega-3. When you are deficient in Omega-3's you are at risk for numerous afflictions such as cancer, heart disease, autoimmune disorder, allergies, aging, asthma, depression, cystic fibrous, stroke, rheumatoid arthritis, and obesity.
* Saturated fat. Not all saturated fats are the same, and some are beneficial for your health. There are different forms of saturated fat. For example, lauric acid contains MCT (medium chain triglyceride) fats which are easily digested and burned immediately by your liver for energy. In addition, lauric acid has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties.
Fat is necessary for many vital functions in the body. When you are making choices you need to remember the quality is what counts.
Published : Monday May 21, 2012 | Category : Health & Wellness | Views : 77
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Published : Friday May 18, 2012 | Category : Health & Wellness | Views : 236
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Published : Sunday May 13, 2012 | Category : Health & Wellness | Views : 498
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Published : Friday May 11, 2012 | Category : Health & Wellness | Views : 575
By : People's Journal
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Published : Wednesday May 09, 2012 | Category : Health & Wellness | Views : 358
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