Self-Care Tip: Eating Healthy Fats

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Not all fats are bad. Foods with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are important for your brain and heart.

Limit foods with , which increase the risk of heart disease. include olive oil, nuts, seeds, certain types of fish, and avocados.

Try this:

  • Top lean meats with sliced avocado or try some avocado in your morning smoothie.

  • Sprinkle nuts or seeds (like slivered almonds or pumpkin seeds) on soups or salads.

  • Add a fish with healthy fats, like salmon or tuna, into your meals twice a week.

  • Swap processed oils (like canola or soybean oil) for oils that are cold-pressed, like extra-virgin olive oil and sesame oil.

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