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(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The holidays typically mean everyone’s kitchens get an extra workout as we prepare our favorite dishes for loved ones. We know that many of these foods aren’t exactly heart-healthy, but you may be shocked to know how much cholesterol-raising saturated fat they contain! This year, challenge yourself to substitute a healthier oil, such as cholesterol-free Malaysian palm fruit oil, in as many recipes as possible. From cakes to casseroles, it adds immune-boosting nutrients and may also help to protect you and your family from some chronic diseases.
Palm fruit oil’s unique fatty acid composition helps to raise HDL (good) cholesterol while having a neutral effect on LDL (bad) cholesterol. It is also rich in antioxidants and other healthy nutrients, and it can stand up to even high-heat cooking without breaking down as olive oil does. Plus, palm fruit oil won’t add unwanted flavors to your favorite holiday goodies.
How much impact could that have? Here’s an eye-opening look at the saturated fat content of some traditional holiday recipes*.
- Sweet potato casserole: 16.7 g saturated fat (83% of daily recommended value)
- Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon: 2.5 g saturated fat (12% of daily recommended value)
- Fried Brussels Sprouts: 1.9 g saturated fat (9% of daily recommended value)
- Green Bean Casserole: 5.5 g saturated fat (27% of daily recommended value)
- Scalloped Potatoes: 9.2 g. saturated fat (46% of daily recommended value)
- Holiday Rum and Raisin Cake: 12.5 g saturated fat (62% of daily recommended value)
- Butterscotch Brownies: 4.0 g saturated fat (20% of daily recommended value)
All-natural and naturally trans-fat free, Malaysian palm fruit oil has virtually no adverse impact on your cholesterol levels. Another reason for switching to palm fruit oil is because it supplies fatty acids as well as important fat-soluble micronutrients like carotenoids (including pro-vitamin A), vitamins D, E and K. Those fatty acids are raw materials for building the membranes of every cell in your body, including your bones, nerves and brain. The micronutrients keep your body cells healthy and functioning properly. And numerous studies indicate that the Vitamin E tocotrienols present in palm fruit oil may have anti-cancer properties.
You know you’re going to want to indulge in tasty, holiday treats. By replacing your regular oil with Malaysian palm fruit oil in as many of those recipes as possible, you will be doing something good for yourself and your family.
For additional information, visit www.palmoilhealth.org. *Nutritional analysis from holiday recipes found on Food.com
Dr. Felicia Stoler
Dr. Felicia D. Stoler is a registered dietician, exercise physiologist and expert consultant in nutrition and healthful living. Her new book is called Living Skinny in Fat GenesTM: The Healthy Way to Lose Weight and Feel Great (Pegasus 2011). She hosted TLC’s groundbreaking series, Honey We’re Killing the Kids!! She specializes in integrating behavior modification to influence positive health outcomes. Documented success in delivering health/wellness programs and presentations for a wide range of corporations and organizations including: Nike, ING NYC Marathon/NY Road Runners, National Governors’ Association, Ovaltine, LesserEvil, +1, Unilever (Eat Smart Drink Smart, Ragu), GNC (Medical Advisory Board), Cargill (Corowise, Barliv), Eli Lilly, Nesquik, F lorida Department of Citrus, Raise Your Hand for Chocolate Milk (Milk PEP, National Dairy Council
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