Healthy Fats
Healthy Fats
Vital fuel for brain health, hormone balance, and absorbing key vitamins
Daily Target:
42g for men, 33g for women (15% of recommended calorie intake)
Healthy fats are essential fuel for your body and brain. They help you absorb key vitamins and play a vital role in keeping your systems in harmony. The key is to focus on getting more unsaturated fats from whole and non-processed food β the kind found in avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil. These are the fats that truly nourish your body, helping to support long-term heart health and keep you feeling your best.
Good sources
8 almonds

provides
5 g
1/2 an avocado

provides
15 g
1 tbsp of chia seeds

provides
9 g
1 tbsp of olive oil

provides
10 g
1 salmon fillet

provides
14.4 g
What the research says
π¬π§A simple switch from saturated to unsaturated fats is a powerful way to help lower cholesterol and support a healthy heart.NHS: A Guide to Fats
πUnsaturated fats are considered 'good fats', saturated fats are considered 'bad fats, trans fats are the 'worst' dietary fat.Overview of Dietary Fats
πΊπΈStrong evidence shows that replacing saturated fats with healthier unsaturated fats can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.AHA: Fats & Heart Health
