SMART FATS FOR SMART KIDS

Smart fats are good for your child’s heart and brain.  The smartest fats are omega-3 fats.  These fats are the prime structural components of brain cell membranes and the insulation coating of the nerves throughout your child’s nervous system.  Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats also help keep your child’s veins free of cholesterol buildup.  

Explain to your kids that hydrogenated fats are “dumb” fats.  They are the fats that are “twisted” so they don’t spoil quickly.  Your child should avoid any food that contains hyrdogenated oils and partially hydrogenated oils known as trans-fats.

Here is a smart fat list for your family:

Salmon (wild caught)
Tuna (light)
Flax Oil
Ground Flax Seeds
Olive Oil
Canola Oil
Nuts (especially walnuts)
Seeds 
Avocado*
Soy foods
Egg Yolk 

*mash avocado and add into mashed bananas for baby’s first food

Need some extra help in putting the health and wellnes of your family on track? The L.E.A.N. Family Workshop is the perfect solution! Every family member gets involved during the 6-week L.E.A.N. START PROGRAM. The fun, interactive workshops also include family workbook, informative handouts, activities and nutritious easy-to-do-at-home snack and meal ideas.

To find out more about the L.E.A.N. START FAMILY WORKSHOPS, contact Dr. Sears’ L.E.A.N. Coach, Mary Ann Otley at (636) 795-2936 or visit us at www.familywellness4life.org.