EAT MORE OFTEN
Omega 3 and Omega 6 are types of polyunsaturated fat that are very important for your health. It’s the balance between them that counts, in general most of us need to eat more Omega 3 fats.

Omega 3 fats may reduce the risk of heart attack, strokes, and rheumatoid arthritis. It can be found in oily fish such as mackerel, herring, sardines, and salmon, as well as walnuts linseeds, pumpkin seeds, rapeseed oil and dark green leafy vegetables. You only need a small amount, but as it is not common in foods it can be difficult to get enough.

EAT IN MODERATION
Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats help cut the risk of heart disease as they have lower harmful cholesterol levels. The main sources of monounsaturated fat are olive oil, rapeseed oil, and food such as avocados, peanuts, almonds, cashews, sunflower and sesame seeds. Foods high in polyunsaturated include corn oil, sunflower oil, margarine, nuts, and seeds together with fish oils and oily fish.

Omega 6 fats reduce bad cholesterol, but exceeding the amount may decrease the amount of good cholesterol, so it is best to consume in moderation. Omegas 6 are found in olive oil, sunflower oil, polyunsaturated margarine, nuts and seeds.

EAT LESS
Saturated fats don’t help to keep the body healthy, and will clog up arteries increasing the risk of heart disease. Fats containing a lot of saturated fat in them are hard at room temperature and mostly come from animal products such as lard, cheese, and meat fats. Processed foods made from these fats include biscuits, cakes, and pastry. Palm and coconut oil are also highly saturated and are often used in margarine, biscuits and bakery products.

Trans fatty acids occur when liquid oils are hydrogenated to make them solid. They should be treated like saturated fats and are found in similar products.

It is important to have some fat in our diets as long as it’s the right type and amount. Fat in your diet helps to absorb some vitamins and is also a good source of energy.

Omega 3 and Omega 6 are types of polyunsaturated fat which are vital for our health, and it’s the balance between the two which is most important. Omega 3 fats may reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and rheumatoid arthritis. There is some evidence to suggest that there are benefits for some children with learning difficulties.

Extra Virgin Cold Pressed Rapeseed oil has 11 times more Omega 3 compared to Olive Oil, and now recognized as an important requirement for healthier diets, we are now able to offer it in its natural form rather than being added to a product such as milk, butter or even being taken as a capsule.