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Not all Fats are unhealthy

- Stories by UCHE EZE

Most people totally avoid fatty foods, because they have tagged every fat “unhealthy”. The human body actually needs fat in the right amount to function properly. The total avoidance of fatty food is very unhealthy, and may lead to severe bad health conditions.

Assisted by Mrs. Adebayo, these 5 healthy fat foods have been discussed; giving you a little insight into the nutrients possessed by these fatty foods. Endeavor to see a dietician or nutritioni­st to get more informatio­n on this subject.

1. AVOCADOS: While most fruits primarily contain carbs, avocados are loaded with fats. In fact, avocados are about 77% fat, making them even higher in fat than most animal foods. Avocados are among the best sources of potassium; containing 40% more potassium than bananas. Even though they are high in fat and calories, they tend to keep you fit and healthy with the good kind of fat.

2. CHEESE: Cheese is incredibly nutritious.It is a great source of calcium, protein, vitamin B12, phosphorus and selenium, and contains other nutrients.Cheese, like other high-fat dairy products, also contains powerful fatty acids that have been linked to all sorts of benefits, including reduced risk of diabetes.

3. DARK CHOCOLATE: Dark chocolate is one of those rare health foods that actually taste incredible. It has about 65% of fat. Dark chocolate is 11% fiber and contains iron, magnesium, copper and manganese. Dark chocolate can improve brain function, and protect the skin from damage when exposed to the sun.

4.VIRGIN

OLIVE OIL: This is another healthy fatty food. This fat is an essential component with numerous health benefits. Extra virgin olive oil contains vitamins E and K, and is loaded with powerful antioxidan­ts. Some of these antioxidan­ts can fight inflammati­on and help protect the blood from becoming oxidized. It has also been shown to lower blood pressure, improve cholestero­l and reduce the risk of heart disease. 5. FULL-FAT YOGURT: Fullfat yogurt is incredibly healthy. It is also loaded with healthy nutrients that can curb bacteria which will have negative effects on your health. Yogurt can lead to major improvemen­ts in digestive health, and may even help fight heart disease and obesity.Just make sure to choose real, full-fat yoghurt.

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