Are You Eating Harmful Fats?
Fats are needed in our diet for many reasons, including building cell membranes and hormones, supporting brain health, vitamin and mineral absorption and some even help lower cholesterol. There is a massive difference between a healthy, cold-pressed olive oil and the trans-fats found in packaged cookies or fries. Not all fats are created equal and eating the wrong type can be detrimental to our health and promote aging…
High Cholesterol? Fat Isn’t The Problem
So you went to your doctor and they told you your cholesterol is elevated, and that “we’ll monitor it”. Maybe they prescribed you statins, a low-fat diet, told you to get tested again in 6 months and sent you on your way. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but that low fat diet isn’t going to do you much good. Why?