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Did you know that healthy fats can actually help speed up your metabolism? Contrary to popular belief, fats can help you lose weight as opposed to putting weight on. But, there’s a catch. They have to be healthy fats. I’m not talking about processed foods or oils. I am talking about whole and natural foods that are a natural source of healthy fat.

Let’s take a look at some of the best healthy fat options to boost your metabolism.

#1 Coconut: Coconut contains lauric acid which is a medium-chain triglyceride which is great for fighting bacteria, and it can also help boost energy. Coconut oil has been known to help reduce abdominal fat, so try adding a small amount of coconut oil to your daily smoothie. Read more →

Do you know what foods fuel your brain? For most, fats may not come to mind. This is because fats have been shamed as being “unhealthy.” However, the confusion surrounding fats is just that…confusion. While there are some fats that should always be kept out of the diet (trans and hydrogenated fats), there are other fats that the body needs. Not only that, but the brain needs fat to function as well since the brain is the fattiest organ in the body consisting of nearly 60% fat! Imagine consuming a very low-fat diet; this would essentially starve your brain of what it needs to function at its best.

With that being said, here are some of the best foods to fuel your brain. These foods can help boost energy, and combat that oh so common brain fog many of us suffer from. Read more →