Healthy Fats That Are Keto-Approved

Coconuts And Coconut Oil

Go cuckoo for coconuts and coconut oil! Coconuts and coconut oil are one of the richest sources of saturated fats you will ever find, as about ninety percent of the fatty acids that make up this tropical nut are saturated. Funny enough, coconut fats are different from most other fats, and are largely comprised of medium-chain fatty acids, which are metabolized differently within the body as they go directly to the liver where they are transformed into ketone bodies. Research has shown that medium-chain fats help to suppress appetite, allowing individuals to eat fewer calories, and can boost a person’s metabolism by 120 calories in a single day! Further studies have proven that coconut and its oil can benefit many patients living with Alzheimer’s and other neurological conditions, as well as helping others lose stubborn belly fat. When following the ketogenic diet, try to use refined coconut oil when cooking or adding this fatty oil to meals, and avoid consuming real coconuts, as they contain more carbs than fat and proteins!

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