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Bookmark or Share- Don't get tricked by these 3 heart-health myths - Mayo ClinicThe argument: Coconut oil is extremely high in saturated fat — about 50 percent more than butter, even. But despite that saturated fat is known to raise cholesterol levels, linked with heart disease risk, proponents believe that some saturated fats in coconut oil (called medium-chain triglycerides) are less harmful and may actually raise levels of beneficial HDL cholesterol.
- Cholesterol: Top foods to improve your numbers - Mayo ClinicAvocados are a good source of nutrients as well as monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs). Research suggests that the fiber from avocados can improve HDL cholesterol levels and the quality of LDL cholesterol. Adding two servings of avocado per week to a heart-healthy diet can lower your risk of heart disease.
- Dietary fat: Know which to choose - Mayo ClinicMonounsaturated fats are found in many foods, including red meats and dairy products. About half the fats in these foods are saturated and half monounsaturated. Many plants and plant oils are high in monounsaturated fats but low in saturated fats. These include: Oils from olives, peanuts, canola seeds, safflower seeds, and sunflower seeds ...
- Diabetes prevention: 5 tips for taking control - Mayo ClinicUnsaturated fats — both monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats — promote healthy blood cholesterol levels and good heart and vascular health. Sources of good fats include: Olive, sunflower, safflower, cottonseed and canola oils
- 10 great health foods - Mayo ClinicAlmonds are a source of magnesium, calcium and folate. Just 1 ounce of almonds meets a large amount of the daily need for vitamin E. And most of the fat in almonds is in the form of monounsaturated fatty acids. This type of fat, when it replaces saturated fat, is linked to heart health. Nuts are a strong addition to a healthy diet.
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