Not All Fats Are Created Equal

Not all fats are created equal. They vary significantly in structure, form and metabolism, and some are superior to others in their nutritional benefits. While saturated fat has been shown to contribute to heart disease, along with a number of other chronic diseases, omega-3 polyunsaturated fats are essential to maintaining good health and have many proven health benefits. There is a growing interest and market for omega-3 supplements as a result of the evidence-based health benefits, and because so many people are now concerned about obtaining omega-3 from consuming fish because of potential toxins and high levels of mercury and PCBs. They are especially important for those following a...