More Than 10 Surprisingly Healthy Fats

March 01, 2021 "Some individuals have opportunities that smooth their path to greatness, but we all can think of legions of people who came from nothing, who seemingly had no options, and yet somehow carved out a life of meaning and connectedness for themselves. There are beacons of hope out there." — Edward T. Creagan, M.D. Nutrition 101 Dietary fats: How to make healthy choices You might find this surprising, but you may not be getting enough fat in your diet — the healthy kind, that is. So which fats should you be eating? Monounsaturated fats, such as peanut, olive and canola oils, along with most nuts and avocados, are great choices. Also opt for polyunsaturated fats. Some examples include sunflower, sesame and soybean oils, plus omega-3 fatty acids, found in walnuts, flaxseed and salmon. The good news is that all of these fats can be incorporated easily into your diet in a variety of ways. Read on to learn about more healthy options, as well as the fats to steer clear of. Learn more about healthy fats » Healthy Eating Cope with chocolate cravings Everyone has a food craving at times — and yes, chocolate is at the top of most people's lists. The first step to managing your cravings is being able to identify when you're truly hungry. Learn how to recognize the difference between a craving and hunger with these tips. Understand your food triggers » Today's Food Tip Heart-healthy sources of protein Does your diet include unhealthy sources of protein, such as burgers, hot dogs and fried chicken? Do your heart a favor and choose your proteins wisely. Legumes — beans, peas and lentils — are a great source of heart-healthy protein and are typically low in fat and cholesterol. They're also rich in folate, potassium, iron and magnesium and contain beneficial fats and both soluble and insoluble fiber. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! You are receiving this message because you subscribed to The Mayo Clinic Diet newsletter, powered by Everyday Health. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright © 2021 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. All rights reserved. Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy. Mailing address: 345 Hudson Street, 16th Flr., New York, NY 10014