Date:  September 5, 2006         

  Key Points:

1. Avoid food containing the unhealthy TRANS FATS & HYDROGENATED FATS. These are found in many foods, often hidden.

2. Common foods to avoid are Hydrogenated Margarines, Frostings, Pre-Packaged Baked Goods, Crackers, Fast Foods, and Quick Snacks.

3. These fats were created and are used by the processed food industry because they are less expensive, provide a longer shelf life, and decrease refrigeration requirement.

4. Limit your intake of these BAD fats and increase your intake of Heart Healthy Fats to 25% of your daily caloric intake.

5. The GOOD FATS:  Olive, Sunflower, Canola, Sesame, Peanut, and other Pure Vegetable Oils; Fish Oils; Omega Oils found in foods such as Salmon, Walnuts; Avocado; Nuts; Seeds; Olives; & Nut Butters. 

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