How often have you heard that we should avoid fats in our diets if we want to lose weight?

It’s understandable, considering that they were seen as the worst food group a few years ago. There are still major misconceptions about the fat that influence how we prepare our meals. However, not all fats are equal.

To understand the facts about fats, we need to look at the common myths.

Myth #1 – All Fats Are Unhealthy

Perhaps it’s because the word “fat” seems scary, but there is not just one category of fat. Eating trans fats and saturated fats can have unhealthy effects, such as raising cholesterol and toxin levels. Healthy dietary fats, on the other hand, have several benefits when consumed in moderation. Healthy fats can improve heart health and help your body absorb certain vitamins. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats can also reduce inflammation and boost one’s memory.

Myth #2 – Follow a Low-Fat Diet to Lose Weight

Many people trying to lose weight think they should always avoid fatty foods or only eat low-fat options, but this myth can lower your chances of losing extra pounds. While it’s true that you should avoid (or at least eat less) trans fats and saturated fats, you still need to incorporate good dietary fats. Healthy fats can be quite filling without increasing your calorie intake, making them helpful for weight loss.

Myth #3 – We Don’t Need Fat in Our Bodies

This is especially an unhealthy misconception because fat forms an integral part in fueling your body and helping it carry out necessary functions. Polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats provide energy for your body, similar to proteins and carbohydrates. Additionally, healthy fats allow your body to regulate temperature, hormones, and immune system. We also need fat for cell and brain function as well.

Examples of Foods High in Unhealthy Fats

Foods that contain unhealthy fats include “factory-raised” beef (not pasture-raised), creamers, baked goods (such as cookies and cakes), vegetable oils such as corn, canola, and soybean oil, pizza, and most fast foods.

[RECIPE] TURKEY BACON, FETA, AND SPINACH FRITTATA

Serves: 4

Ingredients (choose organic where possible):

  • 1 pound turkey bacon (nitrate-free)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup dairy-free milk
  • 4 ounces feta cheese
  • 1 bunch scallions, chopped
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Cook the bacon according to package instructions. Remove the bacon from the pan and place on a paper towel. Cook the chopped onions, spinach, and tomatoes in the bacon grease. Chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Crack eggs into a large bowl. Beat well. Add in milk, cheese, bacon, scallions, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4.   Add the egg mixture to the pan with onions. Add in chopped bacon. Stir. Move the skillet from the stove to the oven. Bake for about 50 minutes until the center is firm

To Your Health,

Patti

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