The Fish and Good Fats
The replacement of some saturated fats in animal fats from plant sources may reduce LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides, decreasing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
But not all animal fats are bad because the fish is synonymous with benefits for heart health, not only as a source of protein in the diet, but as a source of omega-3 fats that represent high quality nutrition, prevention of diseases.
Especially important for postmenopausal women and middle-aged and older men to be included in their diets, recommending up to 12 ounces per week to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association (AHA).
The AHA notes that some types of fish can have high levels of environmental pollutants such as heavy metals (mercury), and therefore recommends that children and pregnant women avoid the types of fish believed to have the highest levels of mercury ( example, makerel king, swordfish, shark, tilefish).
The AHA also recommends varying the type of fish you eat to minimize the effects of these pollutants.
The conclusion is that all require healthy fats diet in limited quantities, but it gives us the fish is recommended in the animal kingdom because it promotes the health of our heart.
Also related to the functioning brain, what is needed in older adults, who can also find omega 3 in nuts and flax seed, in the plant kingdom, to further supplement a natural diet.
The next time you have a craving, eat popcorn and watch them because apparently they are very good for health.