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October 4, 2017 ·

Benefits of Healthy Fats

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Fat makes you fat. It’s what everyone thinks and it makes sense! If you eat fat it must be easy for your body to store as fat, right? Well the truth is, the right kind of fat BURNS FAT! There are so many different types of fats, but what I believe it really boils down to is avoiding processed foods. Processed foods are the number one source of trans fats and processed sugars, both of which cause inflammation, weight gain, and other health issues. Here are my favorite healthy fat sources and their health benefits:

  1. Ghee
    • I use ghee a lot in my recipes. The name sounds weird, but it’s really just butter with the bad stuff taken out. What you’re left afterwards is the pure healthy fat, which is lactose free & dairy free, good for digestion and metabolism. I use Fourth and Heart ghee because it’s so smooth and it doesn’t need to be refrigerated. They sell it at Sprouts and Whole Foods, but I always buy it on Amazon! Here are the links to my favorite products from them!
      • Himalayian Pink Salt Ghee
      • California Garlic Ghee
      • Vanilla Bean Ghee
      • Ghee Spray
  2. Avocados
    • Who doesn’t love avocado? Avocados are packed in healthy monounsaturated fats that contain oleic acid, which helps fight feelings of hunger. Careful though, a whole avocado has about 250 calories. If you are adding avocado to your meal, try to use 1/4-1/2 of one to avoid consuming too many calories.
  3. Olive & Avocado Oil
    • I love cooking with olive & avocado oil not only because they help breakdown fat, but because they have rich flavors that enhance whatever I’m cooking. When it comes to veggies, I use Chosen Foods avocado oil spray because 1. Avocado oil has a higher smoking point than olive oil so it makes it easier to get them nice and crispy 2. It is easier to get an even coat of oil on your food and helps save hundreds of calories! Here is my favorite, and they are a San Diego company 😉
      • Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Spray
  4. Wild Salmon
    • This pretty pink fish is packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which fight inflammation, help control blood clotting, and lower blood pressure and triglycerides. Click below to shop my favorite seafood seasoning!
      • Primal Palate Organic Seafood Seasoning 

Don’t be scared to eat healthy fats! Try implementing these foods in your diet and you might notice a decreased appetite and slimmer tummy!

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Strawberry Cake Bars
Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened 
1/2 cup sugar 
1 egg 
1/2 cup milk, I used oat 
2 lemons, juiced 
2 1/4 cups all purpose flour 
1/2 tsp baking powder 
1 cup strawberries, chopped 
Strawberry Lemon Glaze:
3/4 cup powdered sugar 
1 lemon, juiced 
2 tsp dried strawberries, finely crushed or blended into powder 
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Best together the butter, sugar and egg. Add in the lemon juice and milk to combine. 
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour and baking powder. Add to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the strawberries.
Pour the mixture into a well greased, parchment paper lined 9x9 baking pan. Spread evenly in the pan and bake for 30 minutes.
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Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 lb organic chicken breasts, substitute 1 cup uncooked quinoa for vegetarian
2 10 oz cans tomatoes with roasted green chiles
1 15 oz can black beans drained & rinsed
1 4 oz can diced green chiles
2 bell peppers chopped
1 small jalapeno chopped (optional)
1 small red onion finely diced (white onion works too)
2 zucchinis chopped
4 cups chicken broth or sub vegetable
2 tsp salt
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 limes juiced
1 cup tortilla chips
Toppings:
Greek yogurt or sour cream
Shredded Mexican Cheese
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Avocado
Cilantro
Jalapeno
Hot sauce
Instructions:
Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken and sear for 2 minutes on each side. Then add the veggies and saute for 5 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients except coconut milk and tortilla chips, bring to a boil and then turn heat to low and let simmer while covered for 30.
Remove chicken and shred it with two forks. With the chicken removed, add the coconut milk and tortilla chips then blend the soup & veggies with an immersion blender or in small batches with a regular blender.
Add the chicken back in and serve with your toppings.
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Ingredients:
2 small or 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1 in chunks
Sprinkle of Salt 
3-4 tbsp @pompeian Smooth Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp + 1 tsp honey
1 tbsp + 1 tsp rice wine vinegar
1 tsp chili sauce
3 tbsp green onion
Instructions:
Place the chopped eggplant on a large plate or cutting board and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to draw out any excess moisture. Pat dry with a paper towel.
Make the sauce by combining the soy sauce, white miso paste, honey, rice wine vinegar and chili sauce in a small bowl.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the eggplant. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan- it may need to be done in 2 batches. Sauté until the eggplant is soft and crispy on the outside, about 5-7 minutes. 
Add in the sauce and green onion and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
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