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Healthy Fats – our beauty, feminine hormones, and quality energy, and here’s why

Fats are an essential component of nutrition, involved in 500 biochemical processes.
But not all fats are created equal!

Healthy fats include:
Unsaturated fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated).

Sources: Olive oil, flaxseed oil, avocado, nuts, seeds, fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, etc.).

Unhealthy fats include:
Trans fats – found in margarine, fast food, and baked goods.

Why are healthy fats important?

1. They provide the body with energy.
2. They remove “bad” cholesterol, preventing atherosclerosis.
3. They support heart function.
4. Fats trigger metabolic processes that effectively reduce visceral fat (around internal organs).
5. Fats regulate hormone function, including ghrelin, which controls satiety, stabilizing appetite and reducing snack cravings.
6. Excluding fats from your diet can lead to cognitive impairments, so if you want to have a “sharp mind,” include healthy fats in your diet.
7. Including fats in your main meals improves nutrient absorption since fats are the best products for bile secretion. They also aid in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).

However, if you experience gastrointestinal symptoms or heaviness when consuming healthy fats (even if you adhere to the daily norm and avoid overeating), consult a doctor and undergo a check-up.