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Oleic Acid

Heart Healthy Oils
What is Oleic Acid?
Oleic acid is a monounsaturated fat.
Omega-9 is an essential fatty acid- aka HEART HEALTHY FAT!
It is yellow in color and is a derivative of plant and animal fat.
What does Oleic Acid do?
Natural food preservative.
Oleic acid can decrease risk of diabetes and other diseases by increasing insulin sensitivity and blood flow and decreasing fasting glucose and insulin levels.
It can normalize or increase fat oxidation (fat-burning).
Can protect cell membranes from free radicals.
Oleic acid is important in myelin production, which maintains muscle and brain function.
What are the best food sources of Oleic Acid?
Avocado oil and avocados
Olive oil and olives
Peanut oil and sunflower oil
Beef, chicken
Seeds and nuts
Raw cacao
Dairy and eggs
Precautions to take
Oleic is high in calories, so if you’re watching your intake try to use smaller amounts.
When cooking with olive oil, use organic cold-pressed oil which has a higher quality of nutrients. Do not cook with high heat, as this can denature the oleic acid.
