Which Fats Are Good - Which Fats Are Bad

Which Fats Are Good - Which Fats Are Bad
Before I get into today's topic I would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of my clients and readers as well as our new friends that came to hear me speak or stopped by our booth at the Health Freedom Expo in Chicago this past weekend. It's thrilling to see the real people behind the emails & phone calls. And I especially LOVE to see my clients in person who have experienced dramatic improvements in their health due to our work here. Believe me, I'm as excited as you are! ****************************** Today's topic actually stems from these questions that I was asked at this past weekend's Expo: "So what's the deal with these trans-fats that everyone's talking about? Are they like the saturated fats in meat and butter? Are they all bad?" Great questions. Because of slanted studies and creative marketing efforts by food companies, many people are still confused about trans-fats, and believe that ALL saturated fats are deadly. So I'd like to clarify this issue once and for all. First, to help you better understand the different kinds of fats, let's take a quick look at... The anatomy of a fat To understand what the different types of fats are and what they mean, here's a simplified look at the anatomy of a fat. Fats are made up of atoms of carbon, hydrogen and a little oxygen, and together they create a "parking lot." The carbon atoms are the empty parking spaces, and the hydrogen and oxygen atoms are the cars that fill up the spaces. If a fat "parking lot" is completely full, with not a single space open for another "car," it's called a saturated fat. Examples of saturated fats are those found in meat, butter, eggs, and dairy. If the parking lot has just ONE empty space available, it's a monounsaturated fat. Monounsaturated fats include olive oil, canola oil, avocados and nuts. And lastly, if the parking lot has 2 or more open spaces, it's a polyunsaturated fat. Some polyunsaturated fats are Omega-3 oils (like fish oil, flaxseed, pumpkin seed and walnut oils) and Omega-6 oils (such as safflower, sunflower, sesame, grapeseed, borage and evening primrose).   Which ones do we need? There are no "mistakes" in Nature, and that includes fats. Your body needs about 30% of your calories to come from fat, with an even breakdown between saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Here are just some of the vital functions fats from Nature serve inside of YOU: 1- They make up the myelin sheath that surrounds and protects your nerves and helps with transmitting nerve impulses 2- They help cushion your internal organs 3- They're needed for your body to make hormones 4- They help regulate your body temperature 5- They help absorb and transport the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E and K to wherever your body needs them 6- They add flavor to foods and help create feelings of fullness after a meal (so they can actually help you lose weight!) 7- They form adenosine triphosphate (ATP)--your body's main form of energy   The deadly ones The one fat that you must ALWAYS avoid is the freak fat that is downright deadly to your health--otherwise known as trans-fats. Although trans-fats are "chemically" a form of saturated fat, they are NOT from Nature, your body can't metabolize them and it must instead detox them like a poison. Here are just some of the ways that trans-fats can guarantee that you (or your children) will be very sick and likely die way before your time: - Cancer: Trans-fats interfere with the enzymes your body uses to protect itself against cancer. Consumption of trans-fats is linked to increased cancer rates in numerous studies. - Diabetes: Trans-fats confuse the insulin receptors in your cell membranes which in turn can raise your blood sugar level and trigger type 2 diabetes. - Heart disease: Trans-fats raise the level of low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) in your bloodstream, thereby encouraging cholesterol accumulation and eventually atherosclerosis. - Immune dysfunction: Trans-fats interfere with immune cell function and reduce immune response. - Fertility: Trans-fats interfere with enzymes needed to produce sex hormones. They can also decrease the level of testosterone and increase the number of abnormal sperm in males. - Pregnancy: Trans-fats can cross the placenta and interfere with the fats needed for the fetus' brain development. - Breast feeding: Eating trans-fats lowers the level of (good) fat in the mother's milk, which can impair the neurological and visual development of the baby. - Obesity: Studies continue to show a higher rate of obesity in people who consume trans-fats--especially women. Women who eat trans-fats are consistently shown to weigh more than women who do not eat trans-fats, even when their total daily calorie intake is the same. - Mood swings: Consumption of trans-fats is associated with increased irritability and aggression. - Free radicals: Trans-fats can spur the development of free radicals, which accelerate atherosclerosis and inflammation, contribute to chronic diseases and lead to premature aging.   Where are trans-fats lurking? Sources of trans-fats include margarine (ALL kinds), shortening and the hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils used in processed foods. Look very carefully at food labels when you shop. If you see a product has hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils, do NOT buy it. Trans-fats are also found in baked goods (including those from a bakery) and fried items of all kinds--such as French fries, onion rings, chicken and fish from fast food restaurants.   But aren't all saturated fats bad? This is a common area of misunderstanding, so let me clear the air: Saturated fats have gotten a bad rap over the years that they don't deserve. First of all, while trans-fats are chemically classified as a form of saturated fat, as you saw above, they are a whole different animal. So now let's look at Nature's saturated fats--which are animal fats like meat, butter, suet, lard, etc. Nature's saturated fats are dense, sticky and can be a challenge for your body to eliminate. But at the same time, your body NEEDS them because they help stabilize your cell membranes. They also are the main type of fat surrounding your heart, and your heart draws upon them during times of stress. And they're VITAL to a baby's developing nervous system--so it's no surprise that breast milk contains 45-50% saturated fat. The problem with Nature's saturated fats is not whether they serve a valid purpose, it's that most people eat WAAAY too many of them. Simply put, nobody came into this world with a biological need to chow down a 24-oz. porterhouse or a foot-long sausage hero. That's simply far too much. Saturated fats in reasonable amounts (like butter on your toast or vegetables, or a 4-oz. piece of your favorite meat) can provide the saturated fat your body needs without going overboard. It's all a matter of balance and moderation, my friend.   Trans fats vs. Nature's saturated fats Here's a quick comparison of some of the health consequences vs. benefits of trans-fats and Nature's saturated fats: Trans-fats Nature's fats Cholesterol Raises LDLs Lowers LDLs Immune system Lowers function Enhances function Omega-3 EFAs Inhibit the body's use of Omega-3 EFAs Enhance the body's use of Omega-3 EFAs Asthma Associated with increased asthma Encourage proper lung function Obesity Contribute to weight gain & obesity Boost metabolism & help weight loss Get what you need AND get rid of the junk in your trunk To help ensure that you not only get the good fats you need, but also to minimize your exposure to trans-fats, as well as help eliminate any that may be clinging to your innards, here are some smart measures you can take: 1) Read food labels. If they mention hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils, DO NOT buy the product, period. There are always alternative products that don't contain them. 2) NEVER USE MARGARINE under ANY circumstances! Real butter and olive oil are your best bets for cooking. If you're concerned about the salt in butter, buy salt-free butter. 3) Don't walk, RUN far away from fast food restaurants. 4) Eat real (not processed or fast) foods that include healthy fats and encourage efficient digestion and elimination of wastes (including trans-fats). That can be accomplished with the Great Taste No Pain or for gluten sensitive people, Great Taste No Gluten health systems. Both Great Taste No Pain and Great Taste No Gluten show you hundreds of delicious ways to enjoy real foods and drastically improve your digestion. This means not only will you automatically be taking in far fewer trans-fats, but you'll also be helping your body eliminate any existing trans-fat buildup AND alleviating any gut troubles you may have too (like reflux, gas, bloating, constipation and diarrhea). 5) Help reduce any existing trans-fat related inflammation in your arteries. The best way to do this is to give your body a dose of healthy, natural inflammation-fighting Omega-3 fatty acids with a pure fish oil formula. VitalMega-3 is the perfect choice. Just two VitalMega-3 capsules a day will help keep inflammation low in your arteries (and your joints too!) and give your body a helpful dose of the Omega-3 essential fatty acids that most people with a typical processed food/fast food diet are grossly deficient in.   Congratulations--you are now a "fat expert" and will no longer be fooled by misleading claims on food labels or needlessly frightened away from eating meat or butter. And most importantly, you will be taking important steps toward enhancing your health and quality of life, as well as that of your children. That's priceless. To your health, Sherry Brescia PS:  We're now on Facebook! Like us here: - https://www.facebook.com/GreatTasteNoPain.HolisticBlendsInc PPS: Donald's six-pack is coming back! Sherry: As the newly appointed Head Cook in our house I never thought it would be a pleasure to cook. My wife agreed to go on your plan to help with her Hiatal Hernia if I also followed the plan and did the cooking. In a period of 5 weeks on your Great Taste No Pain plan my wife no longer has her problem and I am 8 lbs. lighter. Much more of this and my 6 pack will come into view! We eat a delicious, satisfying meal according to the good book the permitted snacks when and if desired. I have never eaten steak since my gallbladder was removed but do so now and it tastes good. I feel like Popeye with all this spinach and other greens! 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