LETS TALK ABOUT FATs


                                    •Each gram of fat contains 9 calories per gram


1.We have three essential fat acids that are needed for many important bodily functions.

The three main omega 3 fatty acids are:

-alpha-linolenic acid (ALA),

-eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA),

-docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).


2.Fats are lipids stored in our body that are here to:


•Provide energy to our body during long-term effort,  prolonged fast or even between two meals(inter prandial phase).

•Transport of fat soluble vitamins such as A,D,E,K.

•Form the membranes of our cells.

•Participate in the synthesis of certain substances such as hormones.


3. They are essential for: brain and eye development, for last three months of pregnancy, feeding the baby during the 2 years of his life,decreasses inflamation, decreases risk of heart disease, decreases risk of chronic disease.


4.When it comes to source or from what kind of food can we get it in our body here are some recommendations:

• Fish, salmon, tuna, seafood, Nut oil, oysters, Flax seeds, chia seeds, walnuts, soybeans and some plants.


5. Now we can get on omega 6 unsaturated fatty acids

-LA, linoleic acid

-GLA ,gamma linoleic acid

Good for: hair growth, brain function, bone, health, increases inflamation.


Source:

  • •soybeans.
  • •corn.
  • •safflower and sunflower oils.
  • •nuts and seeds.
  • •meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
  • •pistachio

6. And the last one omega 9 - Mono unsaturated fatty acid

-Oleic acid

Dicreases heart disease, immune funciton, flexible arteries, boosts memory.


Source: 
•avocados, 
•hazel nut,
•chia seeds, 
•olive,
•olive oil.



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