That said, our bodies need fat for insulation, vitamin and mineral absorption, and to protect our organs. High-quality fats can steady our metabolism, keep hormone levels even, nourish our skin, hair, and nails, and provide lubrication to keep the body functioning fluidly.

 

Where to find healthy fats:

· Avocados, olives, and coconuts are great sources of healthy fat, along with wild salmon and omega-3 rich organic eggs.

· Whole nuts and seeds, and their butters like almond butter or tahini

· Look for the highest-quality organic oils when shopping. Words to look for: organic, first-pressed, cold-pressed, extra-virgin, and unrefined. Avoid expeller-pressed, refined, and solvent extracted.

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How to use healthy fats:

· For cooking at high temperatures (stir frying and baking), try butter, ghee (clarified butter), or coconut oil

· When sautéing foods, try organic extra virgin olive oil.

· Oils like flaxseed, sesame, toasted sesame, walnut, and pumpkin seed are best used unheated in sauces or dressings.

 

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