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Buy nowThe word “fat” gets a bad rap. The truth is, we need some fat in our diet to perform at our optimum level. To fuel for peak performance, you first need to understand what are good fats and bad fats.
Good fats are heart-healthy and a great source of energy. They are a key part of any sustainable healthy diet. And the “bad fats”? Those are the ones we need to stay away from, also known as saturated or trans fats. The first step to developing a healthy diet is to understand the science differentiating good fats vs bad fats.
What are good and bad fats?
The key to eating a healthy diet is to really understand the nutritional make-up of our foods. You need to understand how we determine good fats vs bad fats. If you want to add more “good” fats or stay away from “bad” fats, you need to know what they are and how they affect your body.
Good fats will support your body and brain functions. They also work to keep certain illnesses, like diabetes, away. They exist naturally in whole foods and plants. Bad fats don’t exist naturally. They are modified food sources designed to be more shelf-stable. They have no nutritional value and add to our cholesterol levels. Bad fats can also lead to diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, or other life-threatening ailments.
What are good fats?
There are two types of good fats: polyunsaturated (omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid) and monounsaturated fat (omega-9 fatty acid). These two types of fats are essential to sustain a healthy life. Your brain and body cannot perform at an optimal level without these two types of fats.
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids support healthy brain and heart function. They have been known to reduce symptoms of ADHD and depression as well as protect against dementia and memory loss. These good fats also support our joints, bones and skin, as well as decrease fatigue and improve memory.
