Energy and Weight Loss Supplements: The Science of Obesity Part II
Learn more about today’s energy and weight loss supplements topic; how fats and cholesterol affect weight loss.
HDL’s carry cholesterol from the blood to the liver to be processed and eliminated. HDL’s in the blood prevent less cholesterol being deposited in the arteries. LDL’s carry cholesterol from the liver to the rest of the body. A high level of LDL’s will cause cholesterol to be deposited in the arteries. A high level of LDL’s to HDL’s in the body is linked to an increased risk of developing heart disease. Recent studies have proven that the amount of cholesterol consumed is not strongly linked to blood cholesterol levels.
Blood cholesterol levels are affected by the types of fats we consume. Unhealthy fats that you should limit include saturated fats and trans fats. Saturated fats are commonly known as animal fats. You can find saturated fats in meat, egg yolks, coconut oil, and whole milk products. Trans fats are produced during hydrogenation of polyunsaturated oils (most types of margarine). Trans fats pose health threats because they lower HDL levels and raise LDL levels, increasing your risk of heart disease.
Healthy fats include monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Polyunsaturated fats are oils at room temperature such as sunflower, corn, and soybean oil. Polyunsaturated oils contain omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. These are considered to be essential fatty acids for the body. Monounsaturated fats are found in canola, peanut, and olive oil. The monounsaturated fat can be found in the Mediterranean diet. Both types of unsaturated fats decrease LDL levels and increase HDL levels. This lowers the risk of heart disease.
by Kristy Haugen
- Read more energy and weight loss supplements from this article-The Science Of Obesity: Fats & Cholesterol.
Learn more about the science behind obesity causes.
