The Brain Needs Good Fat
Butter is not the only Saturated FAT / Cholesterol. Red meat, bacon, cheese, dairy, ice cream and coconut oil are high in cholesterol. Carbohydrates (chained sugar) is the bigger enemy.
Is Colesterol bad for your heart? No
New findings in research of heart attach patients were shown to have normal cholesterol levels. HU-M-M-M? According to the first findings in 2014 systematic review and meta-analysis, research doesn’t support a definite link between saturated fat and an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. These findings hold true today-2023. However, it is essential to monitor cholesterol (saturated fat) in the blood as high levels can lead to a condition called atherosclerosis. {Note: there are new studies / data that carbohydrates is the major cause of atherosclerosis. However sugar is converted to fat inside your body via liver}. Moderation in eating is a good answer.
Atheromatous Artery: Atherosclerosis is narrowing of an artery (stenosis) due to fatty deposits (yellow) on its inner walls. The deposits are made of atheroma, a substance comprising cholesterol, decaying cells, blood cells and fatty proteins. Prevention foods: garlic, pomegranates, bergamot & green tea.
Two Kinds Of FAT
Our bodies need cholesterol, which is a type of LIPID (another name for fat). Cholesterol is actually part lipid, part protein. This is why the different kinds of cholesterol are called lipoproteins. Lipids function as an energy reserve, regulate hormones, transmit nerve impulses; nervous system, proper digestion; the breakdown and absorption of food. We need fat. Fats found in avocados, seeds and other sources of good fats.
- LDL: (“bad” cholesterol). [Low-Density Lipoprotein]. Red meat (ribs,bacon}, processed food (hot dogs, sausages), and bakery items (sugary cookies, cakes) are notorious for raising levels of LDL cholesterol, the sticky kind that builds up in artery walls.
- HDL: (“good” cholesterol). [High-Density Lipoprotein]. Foods to Increase your HDL (Good Cholesterol) are avocados, fish, red wine, olive oil, flaxseed, green tea, beans & legumes (lentils).
- Food Type: Coconut oil (saturated fat) : tested to improve Alzheimer patients. The MCT [Medium-chain triglycerides] in coconut oil aides in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease. Triglycerides are lipids (not soluble in water). (This prevention is debatable regarding slowing down or prevention of Alzheimers. Two schools of thought.) Remember “Bullet Proof” coffee. The oil added was MCT oil? I usually add MCT oil to my morning coffee.
- Food Type: Oatmeal is a soluble fiber, which reduces your LDL. Other foods such as white kidney beans, brussel sprouts, apples and pears lower LDL.
Fat is not the enemy ~ Brain is 70% Fat
Good Cholesterol level: A result of under 200 mg per dL (5.2 mmol/L) is desirable. Note: Levels are calculated in milligrams of cholesterol for each deciliter of blood. Monitoring your cholesterol helps you to understand where to cut down. (Ask you doctor to perform this blood test.) Butter is not the main culprit. Get the facts so you can eat butter without guilt.
BUTTER Fans Unite
Cardiac Care
BUTTER is mostly saturated fat. Many people including myself enjoy the taste of butter. Remember Julia Child and French chefs, who proclaimed, “It’s better with butter”. I don’t know who said it first. But, I agree. “most everything is better with butter.”
Solution: Blend a stick of butter with an equal amount of olive oil; a “better butter”; half and half; mono-unsaturated and saturated fat combo. This butter blend spreads like margarine – spreadable straight out of the fridge, so it won’t tear up your toast. A good balance!
BUTTER is more energy dense than cream cheese! Mix it with a good olive oil and you have a masterpiece. My favorite olive oil has a grassy note to it. I love it! 💗 Taste some oils and visit an olive tree farm. You will forever enjoy olive oil better. I took two olive oil courses and have gone to a few tastings. I mainly use GREEK OLIVE OIL. Some oils for cooking and others for adding to focaccia bread or salads. Find your best olive oil.
Olive Oil is Good For you!
I must have my favorite olive oils. Look for Bragg or the delightful Kosterina olive oil if you want an olive oil with grassy notes. If you visit Greece, bring home olive oil, or ship it home!
Kosterina Original Extra Virgin Olive Oil is made with the Greek Koroneiki variety of olives, which gives it a strong grassy flavor, pear-like hints, and signature peppery after taste. The liquid itself is golden yellow, deeply delicious, and sold in small batches. Greek olive oil is my favorite.
Find your Favorite Olive Oil
BUTTER NEWS: It was pointed out to me today that butter has three kinds of fat. And, It was also told that to reduce blood pressure and hardening of the arteries the best method is to reduce fructose, cane sugar and carbohydrates. Artificial sugar increases insulin in the same manner as cane sugar – according to research studies. Carbs are chained sugars.[ Vitamin K2. A form of vitamin K, this vitamin — also called menaquinone — in butter – may protect against heart disease and osteoporosis.] Vitamin A, D, E, B12 also reside in butter.
Butter Fat: 11.52 grams
- Saturated: 7.29 grams
- Monounsaturated: 2.99 grams
- Polyunsaturated: 0.43 grams
- Trans: 0.47 grams
Good bacteria in your body protects you from various allergies and dis-eases. This good bacteria comes from green, orange, purple, red and yellow vegetables. Or combination of colors. It is the best for you. Just remember the brighter the color the better for you! Sautée your “good” bacteria veggies in the butter/oil combo, or simply butter – oven grill or eat raw.
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