Trans fats are a relatively new thing to the world of cooking oils, and as quickly as they came in, they were even more rapidly banned in many places for their negative health effects. Nevertheless, they still can be found in trace amounts in certain cooking fats and oils, and today we will look at which ones have the highest quantities! Understanding Trans Fats Artificial trans fats are made when liquid oils [...]
Which Cooking Oils Are Highest in Saturated Fats?
Saturated fats have a really bad reputation, but in truth, they can actually have some pretty cool health benefits when you consume them in moderation. That said, some cooking oils are higher in saturated fats than others and should be avoided by those who have been told to monitor their intake. The cooking fats that are highest in saturated fat include: And you can see a much larger list of fats and oils [...]
Which Cooking Oils Are Highest in Polyunsaturated Fats?
Polyunsaturated fat has been under the radar recently, with a lot of information about it being bad for your health. In reality, PUFAs are essential fatty acids, which means you need some of them in your diet for your body to function correctly, as you cannot synthesize them. We all know that the omega-3 in fish oil is good for you; well, that is a polyunsaturated fat! The trick lies in choosing the right kinds of [...]
Which Cooking Oils Are Highest in Monounsaturated Fats?
Monounsaturated fats are considered one of the healthiest kinds of fat! This little superstar can help us with so many things, including protecting our hearts and reducing bad cholesterol. It makes sense that you might want to increase their use in your diet. So, then which oils have the highest amount of monounsaturated fat? These are the top 5: Some delicious options in that list, but if none of these appeal [...]
Which Oil Is Better: Monounsaturated or Polyunsaturated?
A quick Google into the world of fats and oils, and you'll find a few mentioned repeatedly: polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs) and monounsaturated fats (MUFAs). These two types of fats are unsaturated fat and are often recommended to look after the health of your heart. The body cannot make polyunsaturated fat, so it is considered an essential fat you need to get from your diet. Monounsaturated fats are required in the diet too, [...]
How to Make Almond Milk At Home
Almond milk is probably my favorite of the plant-based milks. It is nutty, creamy, and a tiny bit sweet, plus it's high in calcium - making it a great choice for people who need calcium from non-dairy sources! Unfortunately, many store-bought almond milks have added sugars and preservatives, which is not ideal. So when I can, I like to make my own! It is easy to do and costs about the same price if I buy my almonds [...]
