There are two types of fats. On the one hand, there are good fats that are essential for our body because we provide energy, regulate metabolic activity and absorption of vitamins, among other body processes. On the other hand, are the bad fats, which are called trans fats or saturated fats.

If we consume too much saturated fat, have a higher chance of obesity, high cholesterol, diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. It is important to reduce the consumption of trans fats for healthy, although not easy, as are usually present in delicious foods, like potato chips, burgers, sweets, cakes, donuts, among other delicacies.

Do you think that reducing trans fat consumption is impossible? No, it is not. We bring you some tips to consider when preparing your meals.

* Eat more lean meat, ie poultry, chicken, fish or shellfish because they have less fat than beef, lamb or pork.

* Cut away visible fat. If you do not remove fat from the meat you serve is your plate, surely finish eating. When eating chicken, remove skin.

* Increase consumption of plant foods. Trans fats are much more prevalent in animal products, so if you increase the amount of vegetables in your daily diet, you will reduce your fat intake well.

* Avoid fried foods. It’s much better to cook in the oven, steamed or roasted. These are healthier ways to cook our food without using too much fat.

* Use low fat oils. If no choice but to fry foods, then ensures that the oil used is low in fat. A healthy oil is olive oil, for example.

* Stay away from processed foods. Are you hungry between meals? Resources before the chips and cookies, best choose a fresh fruit.

* Drink skim milk instead of whole milk. Same for yogurt.

* Prepare applesauce to accompany baked goods. This trick will make healthier baked goods, tasty and above all, low in fat.

With all these tips, your body will get rid of harmful fats faster.

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