Heart Disease

‘Good’ fats can help lower risk of heart disease

According to the American Heart Association, knowing which fats raise LDL cholesterol and which ones don't is the first step in lowering your risk of heart disease.

Saturated fat, trans-fatty acids and dietary cholesterol raise blood cholesterol. Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats don't. Some studies suggest they might even help lower LDL cholesterol slightly when eaten as part of a low-saturated-fat diet.

The following foods include "good" fats. Try them in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

Olive Oil

Avocados

Flax seed oil

Natural peanut butter

Source: The American Heart Association