Fats: The Great, the Good and the Ugly

Polyunsaturated fat is primarily found in plant-based foods, such as coconuts, olives, and fatty
veggies. It's also effective at boosting HDL cholesterol, but it's also an anti-inflammatory agent
that can reduce joint disease as well as heart disease.
Omega-3 fatty acids are a form of polyunsaturated fat. Omega-3s are one of the most important
nutrients to boost heart and joint health.
The Good
Saturated fat—found in animal products like meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy--has gotten a bad
reputation over the last decades, but science has disproven the myth that saturated fat leads to
heart attacks.
Consumption of saturated fat not only provides your body the fats needed to build cells and
maintain hormone balance, but it can also encourage better fat-burning. An excess of saturated
fat can lead to excess calorie intake, but saturated fat will NOT raise your risk of heart disease if
consumed in moderation.
The Ugly
Trans fats and hydrogenated oils are the villains of the fat world. They are fats that have been
artificially created or enhanced, and they are the fats your body cannot properly break down
and use. This means that when they are absorbed into the bloodstream, they simply float
around—thereby increasing the risk of heart disease.
They are primarily found in artificial foods, pre-packaged and processed foods, and anything
fried or deep fried. They are better off avoided!
Fats are an important part of a healthy lifestyle and diet. You shouldn't try to cut them out of
your meals, but you should focus on eating the good fats, the ones that improve your health and
benefit your heart, metabolism, and weight.
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