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Good Fats
Oils: (cold-pressed) olive, macadamia,
sesame, almonds, avocado and walnuts
Nuts: Macadamia, brazil, walnuts,
pecans, hazelnut, almonds, cashew and pine (preferably unsalted).
Seeds: Sunflower, sesame, pumpkin.
Dairy: Fresh pure cream, fresh sour cream, butter, ghee, traditional cheese, whole
unadulterated milk.
Meats: organic lamb, beef, wild meats, organic free range
chicken, fish, particularly: cold water fish (salmon and tuna) (Grilled is
better than fried or additional sources)
Other Sources: Eggs, avocado, coconuts and foods containing these fats:
home made breads, cookies, pastries (obviously
be careful not to over indulge!!!)
How much good fat does the human body need?
Polyunsaturated Fat (e.g., sunflower oil): The RDA = 9-15 grams per day (about 1 tblspoon)
Monusaturated Fat (e.g., olive oil). The RDA = 1.5-3 grams per day (1 teaspoon)