What if I told you that we need fat in our diet and that some fat is actually GOOD for you?
However, not all oils and fats are created equal.

There are 4 types of fats

Saturated Fats
Polyunsaturated Fats
Monosaturated Fats
Trans Fats

However, certain fats are in fact detrimental to our health and should definitely be avoided. Saturated fats and trans fats are typically categorized as bad fats. Saturated fats are typically found in animal products and excessive consumption of saturated fats can contribute towards weight gain, obesity, skin breakouts, and high cholesterol. Trans fats also considered a bad fat are heavily processed oils and are typically found in margarine’s and other hardened oil substances. Studies have shown that trans fats can also negatively impact cholesterol levels as well. Be sure to read food labels and choose the best option possible for optimal health.

Now on to the good fats typically identified as polyunsaturated fats and monosaturated fats. Monosaturated fats are typically found in plants and are high quality fats. They are known to improve bad cholesterol levels. However they should still be consumed in moderation.

Here are the top 5 reasons why we should eat more HIGH QUALITY FAT:

Increased Energy
Beautiful glowing skin
Hormonal balance
Helps to balance insulin levels
Anti inflammatory properties

Incorporating healthy fats into your diet is not very difficult at all. Here are some of the healthy fats that I like to consume and how I easily incorporate them into my diet on a weekly basis.

Avocado – My favorite way to use avocado is in smoothies or desserts and as a base for salads to create a creamy dressing.

Coconut Oil – My favorite way to use coconut oil is in smoothies, desserts, nut mylks and when cooking using high temperatures

Walnuts – I absolutely love them chopped and tossed on my favorite salad.

Olive Oil – I typically use it for cooking and also as the base for salad dressings

Fresh Coconut Meat – This actually saved me from dairy desserts. Its the best. I like to use it for desserts, dessert drinks, raw ice creams or when creating creamy raw vegan sauces

Kalamata olives – I love tossing them in with kelp noodles along with my favorite Italian dressing.

Here are a few of my favorite recipes that you can start using right away to start incorporating some more healthy fat into your diet starting right now!!!!

Green Pina Colada
3 cups of organic pineapple juice or fresh pressed pineapple juice
2 cups of pineapple
1/2 to 1 avocado
1/2 vanilla bean or 1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 cup spinach
2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice

Berry and Coconut Cream Parfait (2 to 3 servings)

2 cups fresh mixed berries

Add the following ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth
1 to 2 tbsp coconut oil
2 cups fresh coconut meat (from young Thai coconut)
3 cups fresh coconut water
1 vanilla bean
1/4 to 1/2 cup coconut nectar

Using your favorite 6oz or 8oz glass layer the coconut cream and berries for a really yummy treat.

If you are a chocolate lover. Be sure to check out an older FEATURE RECIPE.

ENJOY!!!!!