Three Great Fat Sources To Help Overcome Diabetes By David Andrews
I want to talk to you about fat. Not body fat, dietary fat.
Are you still avoiding fat in your diet plan? I’m sad to say that many people are because they worry that eating fat will only cause them to gain fat. I’m here to tell you different.
What you must remember is that when it comes to nutrition, is that it’s total calories that matter most here. Eat the right number of calories and you will maintain or lose body weight. Eat too many and weight gain will be in your future.
While dietary fats are quite dense in calories, as long as you keep your portion sizes under control, you’ll be just fine.
This said, there are some fats that are a lot better for keeping your health in check. They help to boost insulin sensitivity, keep your cholesterol levels in check, combat inflammation, and help to keep hunger under control so that you can maintain your reduced calorie diet plan.
Which fats earn top marks in my books? Here are the main ones you’ll want to have in your diet plan:
1.Salmon
You simply can’t go wrong with salmon. Not only is it a rich source of protein, but it’s also loaded with the important omega-3 fatty acids that are essential in your diet. Your body cannot make these omega-3 fatty acids on its own, so unless you take them in through your nutrition plan, you’re going to come up short.
Swap out a piece of steak or chicken for salmon at least once per week.
2.Cashews
Who doesn’t love a handful of nuts? While you do need to watch that you only eat a handful (as let’s face it, it’s far too easy to eat a whole lot more!), nuts make for an excellent snack at any point during the day.
They’re rich in fiber, high in unsaturated fat, and even pack a small dose of protein as well. Cashews are my favorite option simply because I love how they taste.
Prefer almonds? Not a problem – they’re just as healthy. Likewise for hazelnuts, pecans, or walnuts. All will serve your body well.
3.Coconut Oil
Finally, let’s not forget about the ever-so-important, coconut oil. Coconut oil is a form of medium chain triglyceride, which makes it an interesting fat because it reacts slightly different in the body compared to the standard fats we consume.
It’s available for energy almond immediately after you consume it and will help take the sting out of lower carb diets.
Furthermore, coconut oil is also an antibacterial agent in the body, so it may just help prevent you from coming down with the common cold and flu virus.
Coconut oil can easily be swapped into your diet for olive oil when coking, so be sure that you are giving it a try today.
If you aren’t taking note of how many grams of fat you’re eating each day and ensuring you’re getting enough, now is the time to start. Get the right amount and fats will only serve to help your progress.
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