Fats that don't make you fat

One of the biggest misconceptions is that ALL fats are BAD for you. Not true. Que no es verdad (I'm currently learning Spanish and must take every opportunity to practice, show off, etc.) To put it plainly, there are some fats that are not only good for you but actually promote weight loss amongst other benefits. Say whaaaaaaaaaaat? Yep. True story.

The best part about sharing this little fun fact is I happen to adore all of these fats I'm about to list and I incorporate them into my daily routine.

1) Avocados- Vitamin E, powerful antioxidant, age-slowing detoxifiers. Put these in, on, under anything. Sandwiches, eggs, smoothies, a la carte, on toast, as guac-type dip, as a facial. Unlimited opportunities of greatness.

2) Coconut Oil - Antimicrobial, antibacterial and anti-cancer properties. It improves digestion and helps with weight loss. It has endless benefits that go on for days. Use in place of olive oil (make sure to rotate because olive oil has many benefits as well and is next in the hot seat) in smoothies, tea or oatmeal. This oil can and will change your life. Give it time. 

3) Olive oil- Rich in antioxidants, aids in cancer prevention, reduces blood pressure and craazy rich in vitamin E. Use in cooking and baking.

4) Nuts- cholesterol-lowering, heart immune boosting, fiber with a capital F that creates super healthy skin.

5) Seeds- Protein. Protein. Protein. Along with omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium and once again powerful antioxidant carriers. To name a few.

So please don't be fooled when you hear all fats are terrible for you. When someone refers to the fat in a donut as being the same as any of these fats I just listed- kick em in the shins. Hard. You know better now. Knowledge is power. Make these fats a part of your life. However, as usual, everything in moderation :)

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*Click here to read more on the benefits of these fats*



I don't know how I ever lived without this fine little bottle of heaven.

Coconut Oil is probably the best thing on the planet. Now that I have incorporated this little gem into my daily life, I don't know how I ever survived without it. The fact that you can not only put this all over your bod, but you can also ingest it. Who would've thought there could be such a creation? Every morning when I wake up I make myself a little concoction consisting of hot H2O, lemon juice (juice squeezed from real lemons), a tsp of coconut oil, turmeric, a tbsp of apple cider vinegar and a tsp of raw honey. It's the only thing that really gets me going in the morning. After drinking this little treat, I get a jolt of energy similar to drinking a triple latte-no joke. It's an inexpensive and healthy way to get some healthy energy and start the day.


Other uses for this heavenly oil:

• Face and body lotion: I like to lather this puppy on after I shower. It absorbs quickly and doesn't leave an oily residue like you would think.
• Cooking: I alternate between coconut oil and olive oil when I'm cooking. However, I've become partial to coconut oil as it creates an amazing taste with anything I'm making.
• Eye Makeup Remover: I hate using CVS-style eye makeup removers. They all sting the crap out of my eyes and never fully remove my makeup. Coconut oil gets the job done and is known to help remove wrinkles (yes, please!) and is easy on the eyes.
• Shaving: I don't know about you but shaving cream just doesn't do it for me. Coconut oil mixed with a little water works like a charm for perfectly shaven legs with an additional perk of leaving your legs super smooth.
• Tea: I have about 3-4 cups of tea a day if not more. I'm a bit obsessed. I always add a tiny tsp of coconut oil to my tea. It may seem a bit odd but it adds great flavor and is a great way to take in the health benefits of this amazing oil.

These are only a few ways coconut oil can be used. For more details on the benefits of coconut oil click here