Published 11:56 IST, December 12th 2019

Sources of Good Fats: 5 best food items that are loaded with healthy fats-

Good Fats have several benefits on your health and should be included in your diet. Read to know about five of the best good fats products that are a must-have

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Fat is one of important nutrients, just like iron, proteins and vitamins. If you think that all fats are same and les to clogged arteries, weight gain, an increased risk of diseases among ors, n you are wrong. presence of good fats helps in absorption of vitamins, boost energy, helps to man protects your heart and brain health. For a beginner, one should d healthy fats i.e. Mounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats in ir diet and avoid b fats which are trans fats and saturated fats. Re to kw about five best healthy fats products.

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Five best healthy fats item

1. Avocos

If you are Avocos mirer, n this a great news for you as y are filled with good fats. According to reports, avocos have around 77 percent fat, by calories and this high amount of fat is t even found in animal foods. y are also a good source of fibre as well as of potassium.

2. Cheese

It is among superfoods one should d in ir diet. yummy foodstuff is a great source of calcium, protein, vitamin B12, phosphorus and selenium among ors. It is a good source of healthy fatty acids.

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3. Extra virgin olive oil

You might have heard how healthy olive oil; especially extra virgin olive oil is. Many health observers include same in ir daily diet. So inste of any refined oil try olive oil for your food preparations and soon it will benefit your body. Besides one can also go for cala, peanut, soybean, safflower oil and sesame oils which are also a good source of fats. 

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4. Fatty fish

Fatty fish such as herring, mackerel, tuna, trout, salmon, sardines and fish oil are ideal animal-based sources of good fats. y are said to be rich in Omega-3, which reduces inflammation and potentially lower risk of arthritis, cancer and heart disease. Both white and oily fish are good sources of lean protein.

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5. Nuts and seeds

One should start intake of chia, flax, sunflower, sesame, and pumpkin seeds as y are also powerhouses of healthy fatty acids. Nuts such as almonds, cashews, macamia, peanuts, hazelnuts, pecans and walnuts have many nutrients including good fats, proteins, fibres and several minerals. Try to include m in your daily food.

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Disclaimer:  content provided above is for information purpose. This is way intended to be a substitute for professional medical vice, diagsis, or treatment. Always seek vice of your physician or or qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

11:10 IST, December 12th 2019