Countless studies have shown that a diet high in fat is associated with causing the following health problems:
- Unhealthy microbiota—resulting in more systemic inflammation.
- Impaired intestinal barrier function—resulting in leaky gut.
- Increased production of bacterial endotoxin—causing bacterial endotoxemia, which is linked to a long list of diseases.
It is important to know that not all fats are unhealthy, and our body needs an adequate amount of healthy fats to maintain health and function efficiently. So the question is, which fats are unhealthy and which fats are healthy?
The 3 oils I recommend for salads or other uncooked meals are:
- Flaxseed Oil
- Hemp Seed Oil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
The 3 oils I recommend for cooking with are:
- Hemp Seeds Oil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Canola Oil
You will notice that there are no fish or other aquatic animals mentioned in the above table. Why? Fish, fish oil, and all other aquatic animals are polluted today, and eating these foods is becoming increasingly environmentally and ethically unsound. Like all animals, aquatic animals such as fish, prawns, squid, and crabs accumulate and concentrate toxicity from their environment, and there is almost nowhere on Earth that is entirely free from pollution. The most common pollutant found in marine animals is mercury.
Following is a table of the fish and other marine animals that have been found to have the highest concentrations of mercury:
“We must keep in mind that, either we filter out what we are allowing into our bodies, or we ourselves will become a filter.”
—David Wolfe
Obtaining adequate amounts of omega 3 in our diets is essential. And yes, fish are a rich source of Omega 3; however, I do not advise eating fish for the reasons mentioned above.
Plant-based sources high in Omega 3 include:
- Ground Flaxseeds (Linseed Powder)
- Chia Seeds
- Hemp Seeds
- Walnuts
- Brussel Sprouts
- Marine Phytoplankton Supplements
The flax seed is a good fat. So are nuts. The omega-3 fatty acids, every cell in your body needs them.
—Dr. Cathleen London
Contact me (Jay) today to learn more about the profound health-enhancing benefits of a plant-based whole food diet or schedule your 1-on-1 private consultation by clicking on the bookings button below.
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