FFYWB - Fats Matter

Food for Your Well-Being (FFYWB) is a nutrition and wellness education series from Bon Appétit Management Company that supports your well-being, whether you’re working or learning onsite or at home. Read the tips, watch the videos, and try the recipes for all FFYWB topics.

FATS MATTER

Fats provide essential nutrients, enhance flavor, and increase satiety — but not all fats are created equal. Learn which fats to use more of to support heart health.

Help your body get the most out of the fats you eat:

• Fats are important. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Eating mostly plant-based fats can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
• Aim for these fats from (mostly) plants. Nuts, seeds, avocados, and olives (and all the oils derived from them), along with oily fish, support short and long-term health.
• Plant fats are beneficial to your health. From a healthy heart to bright skin and a powerful brain, plant fats add much more than just a single benefit to your plate.
• Use fats strategically.  Use fats to add flavor and texture to your meals without going nuts with the nuts.

The following video is a guide to a homemade vinaigrette salad dressing using healthy fat from olives. To participate, simply download the recipe card and gather your ingredients, then follow along with the video to prepare your dressing.

DOWNLOAD THE DIY VINAIGRETTE RECIPE CARD HERE