Lipids, our slimming ally

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Consumed in the right amounts, good fats help us lose weight by stimulating the production of leptin (an appetite suppressant hormone) and help us feel full.

Omega-3s help burn more calories, but be careful not to consume too much foods that are too rich in omega-6s, which are found in industrial recipes, for example. Avoid sunflower oil by favoring other oils for your homemade dishes.

Bad fats to avoid:

  • Fried vegetables
  • Ripened cheeses
  • Industrial salad dressings made from sunflower
  • Industrial fruit yoghurts
  • Margarine
  • Cooked ready meals
  • Pastries, cookies and cakes

Good fats to eat:

  • Avocado
  • Oleaginous fruits, nuts and seeds
  • Olive, walnut, rapeseed oils..
  • Milk and coconut oil
  • Oily fish

 

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