Follow a diet high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and strictly limit saturated fat intake. Saturated fat leads to elevated cholesterol levels while monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats decrease your risk of developing heart disease.
Sources of monounsaturated fats - olive oil, canola oil, peanut oil, sunflower oil, sesame oil, avocadoes, peanut butter, nuts, and seeds.
Sources of polyunsaturated fats - soybean oil, corn oil, safflower oil, salmon, mackerel, herring, trout, nuts, and seeds.
Sources of saturated fat - meat, milk, cheese, ice cream, butter, lard, shortening, hydrogenated vegetable fat, palm oil, and coconut oil.
Missed a few days? Check out out our previous tips:
February 1: Start Slimming Down Your Recipes
February 2: Switch from Canned Veggies to Frozen
February 5: Start a Food Journal
February 6: Select Darker Lettuce for Salads
February 7: Make a Date With Your Family
February 8: Slow Down and Taste Your Food
February 9: Drink Water. . . Water. . . and More Water!
February 10: Eat Breakfast Everyday
February 11: Close the Kitchen
February 12: Snacks: Balance Carbohydrates with Protein
February 13: Include Rich Sources of Omega 3 Fatty Acids to Your Diet Everyday
February 14: Add More Magnesium to Your Diet
February 16: Use Olive Oil to Prepare Your Meals
February 17: Adopt the Mediterranean Diet
February 18: If You Drink Alcohol, Choose Red Wine. . . in Moderation
