Plant Fats Are Healthier Than Animal Fats, Study Says
Tehran (KNA): After being vilified for years, fat is having a comeback. But with so many sources and types of fat out there, it can be hard to keep track of what’s healthy and what’s not.
A new study, however, offers a simple rule of thumb: Plant fat sources appear to be better for you than animal sources, at least when it comes to monounsaturated fats.
The research, which was presented Wednesday at an American Heart Association conference in New Orleans, found that plant-based monounsaturated fats - like those found in vegetable oils, avocados, nuts and seeds - are associated with a lower risk of dying from heart disease and other causes. Animal-based monounsaturated fats - like those in meat, dairy and eggs - are associated with a higher risk, according to the research.
Source: Time