Comment: I’m not into lowfat or nonfat, but my question is our brains need fat. What good fats can we use in place of say nonfat yogurt?
Your brain needs Omega-3s, Omega-6s, and Monounsaturated Fats. If you’re eating animal protein throughout the day, you are getting all of the Saturated Fat you need. And, in fact, you may be at risk for getting too much Saturated Fat.
Seafood is a primary example of Omega-3s. You should be getting at least two 4oz servings of wild-caught seafood per week. If you don’t like seafood, you should be supplementing with a reputable brand, like @NordicNaturals, daily.
Linoleic acid is an Omega-6 fatty acid that is contained in your mother’s breast milk and all brands of baby formula. As an adult, you can find it in sunflower seeds, sunflower oil, grapeseed oil, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and peanuts.
Monounsaturated Fats can be found in walnuts, almonds, almond butter, olives, olive oil, and avocado.
Too much Saturated Fat can lead to a decline in cognitive function as we age and can also put you at increased risk for cardiovascular disease. If you eat enough animal protein, you do not need to worry about getting enough Saturated Fat in your diet.
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