More Real Solutions:More Real Solutions:*how to eat less fat**how to eat less fat*

Michele Lucas, RD, CDE

Know your numbersKnow your numbers

Cholesterol <200 mg/dl is desirableLDL <100 mg/dl is optimalHDL >60 mg/dl is protective and

lovers your riskTriglycerides <150 mg/dl

Why should you eat less fat?Why should you eat less fat?

Because….Because….

Heart disease

Cancer

Weight control

Types of FatTypes of Fat

Saturated fatBad for heart

Monounsaturated fatGood for heart

Polyunsaturated fatGood for heart

Trans fatBad for heart

Omega Fatty AcidsOmega Fatty Acids

Omega 6 Safflower, corn oil,

salad dressings and margarines

Omega 3 Canola and soybean

oil (EPA and DHA) Flaxseed Salmon, tuna,

mackerel or sardines (weekly)

Eggs labeled w/ omega 3

How to Eat Less FatHow to Eat Less Fat

Eat high fat foods less often

Eat smaller amounts of high fat foods

Eat lower fat foods instead

Know Lab ValuesKnow Lab Values

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