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How can health be improved by decreasing total fat saturated fat and cholesterol and increasing monounsaturated fat?
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∙ 10y ago
Heart disease is caused by the bad cholesterol in unhealthy diets. Decreasing saturated fats will lower the body cholesterol that causes arthereosclerosis and blockages. Increasing monounsaturated fat, increases the good cholesterol in the body.
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What is the good type of fat called?
Saturated fats and trans fats are bad for you because they raise your cholesterol and increase your risk for heart disease. But monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are good for you, lowering cholesterol and reducing your risk of heart disease.
What fat is the most unhealthy monounsaturated saturated polyunsaturated?
The polyunsaturated fats are considered now as healthful.
Will olive oil taken by mouth dissolve bad fats in the body?
No. Olive oil is high in monounsaturated fats, which are known to improve cholesterol levels. Saturated and trans-fats worsen cholesterol levels. In a way it could be thought that monounsaturated fats "undo" the negative effects caused by saturated and trans-fats on cholesterol levels, but by no means does olive oil "dissolve" bad fats. While replacement of saturated and trans fats with foods high in monounsaturated fat is a smart idea, chugging straight olive oil isn't the best of ideas. Monounsaturated oils, like all oils, are very dense calorically- just a tablespoon has over 100 calories. Straight consumption of olive oil could then easily add hundreds of calories to your diet, which could add up to extra pounds- which won't be doing your heart a favor.
Does olive oil contain saturated fats?
Olive oil is considerably rich in monounsaturated fats. Monounsaturated fats are "good fats" that reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Unlike saturated fats, olive oil lowers total cholesterol and low density lipoprotein levels in the blood. It is also known to lower blood sugar levels and blood pressure.
Which is the most effective way of raising blood cholesterol?
Increasing consumption of saturated fatty acids is the most effective way of raising blood cholesterol. Doing this is not recommended by doctors.
olive and canola oils are examples of saturated fats?
Yes, but it is good saturated fats (monounsaturated fats).
What are the three types of fats?
Saturated, Monounsaturated, Polyunsaturated trans fat, unsaturated fat, and saturated fat
What foods contain saturated fats and cholesterol?
Cholesterol and saturated fats are found mainly in meat and dairy products.
What are two type of fats?
Saturated and Unsaturated.
What is the definition of monounsaturated fat?
Monounsaturated fats can have a beneficial effect on your health… when eaten in moderation, and when used to replace saturated fats or trans fats. Monounsaturated fats can help reduce bad cholesterol levels in your blood, and lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. They also provide nutrients to help develop and maintain your body's cells. Monounsaturated fats are also typically high in vitamin E, an antioxidant vitamin most Americans need more of.
Is a saturated fat better than a polyunsaturated fat?
monounsaturated fat
What dietary changes can reduce the level of C-reactive protein in the blood?
Replacing saturated fats such as butter with monounsaturated fats (particularly olive oil), increasing intake of Omega-3 fatty acids, losing weight if overweight, and increasing fiber intake.
