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Getting the skinny on fats Not all fats are created equal BY STEPHANIE LAWRENCE NO When many of us hear the as an ingredient in bur food we auto matically think bad Surprisingly this is hot- always the case as not all fats are created equal There are several different kinds of fat in the foods we eat and some of them are an important part of our diet that should be eaten daily in small amounts THE GOOD The healthy fats include and polyunsaturated fats which help lower the bad kind cholesterol LDL cholesterol in our blood Guide recom mends consumiriga small amount of unsatu rated fat each day fats can be found in olive canrjla and peanut oils avocadoes non- hydrogenated margarines nuts and seeds Polyunsaturated fats include Omega6 fat and Omega3 fat is found in safflow- er sesame sunflower and corn oils as well margarines nuts and seeds Sources of Omega3 include fatty fish salmon ciftain nuts eggs flax seed and cahola arid soybean oils THE BAD AND THE UGLY Saturated and trans fats are considered unhealthy fats as they tend to increase levels of cholesterol in our blood which can increase our risk for heart disease Saturated fats can be found in fatty meats fullfat dairy products coconut oil palm oil and palm kernel oils butter and lard fast foods snack foods many readyprepared foods and those made with hydfogenated vegetable oil Trans fats afeiparticularly harmful to our health because they also decrease the good kind of cholesterol HDL cholesterol in our blood Some trans fats are naturally occurring but for the most part these unhealthy fats come from processed foods such as commer cial baked goods and foods made with short ening or partially hydrogenated vegetable oil Carol Dombrow Heart and Stroke Foun dation registered dietitian offers the following tips for your fat intake Follow the recommendations in Canadas Food Guide and include a small amount 3 tbsp of unsaturated fat in your- diet each day Use vegetable oils such as canola olive and soybean as well as soft margarines that are low in saturated and trans fats Read the Nutrition Facts table on prod ucts in grocery stores ahddsk forniitri- tionlnformation when dining out whelp you choose lower fat options When grocery shopping choose lower fat milk cheese and yogurt Choose fish and meat alternatives more often Opt for lean cuts of meat and serve poultry without the skin and watch your portion size Check for Health Check Look for the Heart and Stroke Foundations Health Check logo in grocery stores and on res taurant menus Health Check products meet nutrient criteria developed by the Foundations registered dietitians includ ing criteria for total fat saturated fat and trans fat Learn more at healthcheckorg Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Cystic fibrosis is a lifethreatening Inherited disease affecting children and adults Attacking primarily the lungs and the digestive system Approximately In every 2500 Canadian babies Is born with CF Medical research has brought new hope but theres still no cure or effective control Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation York Region Call Adrianne or Jessica This message brought to you as a community service of The EraBanner CROHNS DISEASE If you suffer from BOWEL SYNDROME CROHNS DISEASE OR ULCERATIVE COLITIS then attending this free symposium may be the most important thing you do this year You will discover the true cause of these conditions and natural solutions and options you can use right away Many are now able to drive take vacations hold a job go to school and socialize for the first time in years Dr Allen Turner is an international speaker and lecturer who has been featured on the Dini Petty Show National NewsandCanada AM He will present a free symposium on Thursday Feb 25th at 730 pm at the Stouffville Health Centre 6219 Main St Call 9056404440 for reservations si Headaches and Migraines Workshop J Discover secrets to stay pain free without drugs Guest speaker dreg Feb 24th Wellness Centre Limited seating Call 9057510200 St East to reserve donation Unit A Aurora At both of our residences you will be cared for by our skilled and dedicated staff who value the company of seniors and appreciate the reward of helping you enjoy your retirement years Call either of our residences today to book your complimentary lunch tour BARTON RETIREMENT RESIDENCE 17290 Leslie St Newmarket PARK PLACE MANOR RETIREMENT RESIDENCE 15055 Yonge St Aurora 9057272952 us at wwwchartwellreitca