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The shocking truth about dietary fats and saturated fats

I will introduce this article by saying it will help if you have a mind open and accept that some of these facts are a slap in the face politically correct nutrition in this age where fats are admonished by many doctors, health "experts" and media.

To start, eating an adequate amount of healthy fats in the diet is vital to your health in general. Fat is one of the main components of all cell membranes in your whole body. If you eat enough healthy natural fats, your cellular processes will proceed usually.

On the other hand, if you eat the man, highly processed, chemically altered fats (damaged fats) that are in most processed foods, your cellular function will be affected by these damaged fats become part of cell membranes, the body must work more to operate correctly, and degenerative diseases can develop.

In addition, healthy dietary fats are necessary for production hormones and the optimal balance in the body and are essential for muscle building and fat burning processes. Other important roles played by fats diet in a healthy body are aiding the use of vitamins and minerals, enzyme regulation, energy, etc.

I shudder every time I hear so-called "health experts" recommend restriction of dietary fat, claiming that a diet low in fat is the key to good, loss weight of health and prevention of degenerative diseases. Restriction of any of macronutrients (protein, carbohydrate or fat) in your diet goes against what your body needs and can only lead to problems.

All three basic macronutrients serve important functions for a lean, healthy and disease free body. As Dr. Mary Enig, Ph.D, and one of the leading researchers in the world fat, noted in several of his books and articles, there is very little scientific evidence of some support to the claim that a diet high in fat is bad for us.

For example, if these so-called "health experts" that admonish fat are correct, and a low fat diet is the solution to good health, why did traditional Pacific Islanders who usually earned 2 / 3 to 3 / 4 of their total daily calories from fat (mostly from coconut fat), remain virtually free of heart disease, obesity and other degenerative diseases modern (that is, until Western influences invaded the diet)?

Furthermore, why traditional populations of the Eskimos, who consume up to 75% of their total calories from fat (mostly fat whale, seal fat, organ meats, and cold water fish), the top screen health and longevity without heart disease or obesity?

Why members of the Masai tribe in Africa remain low body free of disease degenerative and maintain the percentage of fat in the diet of large quantities of raw whole milk, blood and meat? What about the Samburu tribe of Africa, you eat an average of 5 times the amount of fat in the diet of whole milk (mostly crude oil and meat) as overweight, disease-ridden Americans, however, Samburu members are lean, healthy and free of degenerative diseases? What about traditional Mediterranean diets, which are known to be high in fat, in some cases (sometimes up to 50-70% fat), and are also well known for being very healthy?

These examples of high fat diets and the excellent state of traditional population health partners around the world go on, but it seems that many doctors, nutritionists, and media outlets still ignore these facts and continue to promote a diet that restricts fat intake.

Well, the problem is that the good fats (the promotion of health natural unprocessed fats) have been mistakenly grouped in nutrition counseling with fats and oils made deadly form a large percentage of almost all processed foods sold in your grocery store, restaurant, deli, fast food, etc. These deadly processed fats literally everywhere and almost impossible to avoid unless you know what to look for and make smart decisions on what I think your body.

Please note that I am not recommending a diet of these super high in fat. Active individuals that exercise on a regular basis certainly also need adequate supplies of healthy carbohydrates for energy and muscle glycogen replenishment and good sources of protein for muscle repair. The above examples of diets with high fat content of traditional populations and their corresponding excellent health were simply to prove the point that you need not be afraid of dietary fats while natural options to stay within your daily caloric range to maintain or lose weight (depending on your goals).

The following is a list of some of the healthy fatty foods (some will surprise you!) And some of the deadliest fatty foods to try to avoid at all costs:

The fatty Healthier Food Choices:

• Fat coconut: Coconut fat is approximately 92% saturated fat, yet surprisingly to most people, is considered a very healthy natural fat. The benefits of health of the lie of coconut fat in the composition of approximately 65% medium chain triglycerides (MCT). Specifically, about 50% of coconut fat is a MCT called lauric acid, which has very potent anti-microbial properties help improve the immune system. Moreover, telecentres are more easily used to obtain immediate energy instead of being stored as body fat. Coconut oil is also an excellent cooking oil for frying, etc. since saturated fats are much more stable and does not oxidize like polyunsaturated oils when exposed to heat and light, which creates damaging free radicals. The best sources of healthy coconut fat are coconut milk organic virgin coconut oil (available at http://coconut-info.com) or fresh coconut.
• Extra virgin olive oil: Olive oil is approximately 71% monounsaturated fat, 16% saturation, and 13% polyunsaturated. Choose extra virgin olive oil, which comes from the first pressing of the olives and has most antioxidants. Unlike most oils on supermarket shelves, extra virgin olive oil extracted with the use of harmful industrial solvents and is one of the healthiest choices for liquid oils. Try to make your own salad dressing by mixing a small amount of olive oil with vinegar. This is more healthier than most store bought salad dressings, which are usually made with highly processed and refined (chemically damaged) soybean oil extracted industrial solvent.
• Black, dark chocolate (> 70% cocoa): The cocoa bean is a highly concentrated source of antioxidants and responsible for some of the health benefits of dark chocolate. The fat portion of the cocoa bean (cocoa butter) is a healthy natural fat, composed of about 59% of saturated fat (stearic acid mostly healthy), 38% monounsaturated fat, and 3% polyunsaturated fats. I will limit the description of healthy chocolate only dark chocolate with> 70% cocoa. Most milk chocolates are only 30% cocoa, and even most dark chocolates are so only 55% cocoa, leaving the rest of the products composed of high amounts of sugar, milk fat, corn sweeteners, etc. Looking for a quality black chocolate that lists its cocoa content like Chocolove Extra Dark (77%) or Dagoba New Moon (74%), which contain mostly cocoa and very little sugar. Note that although dark chocolate can be a healthy treat, it is still high in calories, so keep the place only one or two is a good idea.
• Avocado and guacamole: The fat in avocados (depending on where they are adults) is approximately 60% monounsaturated, 25% saturation, and 15% polyunsaturated. Avocados are a very healthy natural food that provides many nutrients, fiber and healthy fats, while adding a rich flavor to any meal. Try avocado on sandwiches or in salads or use guacamole in secret, sandwiches, or quesadillas.
• From high-fat fish such as wild salmon, sardines, mackerel, herring, trout, etc: Almost any fish or shellfish are a good natural source of omega-3 polyunsaturated fats, but the biggest fish above are the best sources of omega-3. Through a radical shift to a higher proportion of omega-6 polyunsaturated fats like soybean oil, corn oil, safflower oil, etc in our food supply during the mid-20th century, the average western diet is currently too high in omega-6 fatty acids compared with omega-3, which plays havoc on your body. Here is where good omega-3 sources like high fat fish, walnuts and flax seeds can help bring back a better relationship omega-6/omega-3.
• Fruits dried (every one - walnuts, almonds, peanuts, cashews, macadamia nuts, etc.): Nuts are a great source of healthy fats in their natural state and the minerals and other trace elements. Macadamia nuts, almonds, cashews, and are a great source of monounsaturated fats, while walnuts are a good source unprocessed polyunsaturated fats (including omega-3). Try to avoid nuts that are cooked in oil. Toasted nuts instead, choose raw or dry.
• Seeds (sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flax seeds): All these seeds are great sources of natural resources unprocessed healthy fats. In particular, flax seeds have received a lot of attention lately, due to their omega-3 high. However, keep in mind that omega-3 fats polyunsaturated fats are highly reactive to heat and light, and prone to oxidation and free radical production. Therefore, freshly ground flax seeds is the only way to go. Instead of using store bought ground flax seed, you can buy whole flax seed and use one of those miniature coffee grinders to grind your own flax seed. Try grinding fresh flax seed in yogurt, cereal, or salad. If you're using a flax oil, make sure it is a Cold-pressed oil of a light-proof refrigerated container, and use it up within a few weeks to prevent them from going rancid. Never cook with flax oil!
• The fat in organically raised, free-range animals: This is where most people have been misinformed by the media mass. Animal fat is inherently good for us, ie whether it was a healthy animal. Human beings have thrived on animal fats for thousands of years. The problem is that most animal products mass-produced today are not from healthy animals. They come from animals given loads of antibiotics and fattened with hormones and fed Un-Natural feed. The solution is to choose organically raised, free range meats, eggs and dairy. At this time, the price is still a little higher, but as demand grows, prices will drop. I found an amazing site that actually offers a free comprehensive grass-fed meats directly at home at very reasonable prices. Believe me, it is very difficult to find grass fed meats at any grocery store, so I had the pleasure of meeting this site.

Fatty foods mortal

• Hydrogenated oils trans fats): These are industrially produced and edited chemically oils subjected to extremely high pressure and temperature, with added industrial solvents such as hexane for extraction, and have a catalyst cash to promote the artificial hydrogenation, followed by bleaching and deodorizing agents ... .. and somehow the FDA still allows this crap to pass by food. These oils are not even worthy of your lawnmower, much less your body! They have been linked to obesity, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and more. Even small amounts has been shown in studies to be dangerous. If you are concerned about your health, check the ingredients of everything you buy, and if you see partially hydrogenated oils of any kind, margarine or shortening, protect yourself and your family by choosing something else.
• Refined oils: Even if there are hydrogenated oils, are refined most oils on the shelves of supermarkets, although most so-called "healthy" oils canola. Most refined oils still undergo the high temperature, high pressure, solvent extraction, bleaching and deodorizing processes. Whatever the label of vegetable oil, soybean oil, corn, cottonseed oil, safflower oil, canola oil, and indeed many have been damaged by this refining process (unless they say "virgin" or "cold expeller pressed"). This damages the natural structure of the fats, destroys natural antioxidants, creates free radicals, and produces a product generally healthy. Please note that the explosion of heart disease in the middle of the 20th century coincides quite well with the rapid increase in the use of hydrogenated oils and refined food supply.
• Anything fried: including tortilla chips, potato chips, french fries, donuts, fried chicken, chicken nuggets, so all this shit should not even pass as real food in my opinion!
• The Homogenized milk fat - Milk fat is a very healthy fat in its natural raw state. Milk and meat from grass fed cows organically raised is known that higher quantities of healthy fats like conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and omega-3 fatty acids compared to cows fed grain. Traditional populations around the world have thrived in perfect health while consuming large amounts of raw materials, unpasteurized nonhomogeneous dairy foods. Once again, the ruins of food processing is a good thing by pasteurizing and homogenizing milk fat, making it potentially dangerous inside the human body. Unfortunately, you will find it almost impossible to find raw milk in the U.S. unless you personally know a farmer. Check out realmilk.com for more information on the benefits of raw milk and to find out if available near you. As an alternative, dairy cultured like yogurt have at least had beneficial microorganisms added back to make them better for you. Realistically, it probably will not find milk raw, stick to skim milk is the best option to avoid the homogenized milk fat. If you use butter for cooking, your best option is grass-fed the butter.

I hope this article has shed some light on the truth about dietary fats and realizes its importance in a healthy diet.

A fully comprehensive analysis of proteins, carbohydrates, and fat and how to compile all this information into a diet that promotes health slender body, with a low body fat percentage is provided in my book The Truth About Six Pack Abs. Give it a try and not regret it!

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