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As well as eating the right amount of fat, it’s also important to eat the right types of fat. Fats that are described as saturated or trans are the most critical ones to limit (limit to 10% of your fat calories). Fats described as monounsaturated or polyunsaturated, on the other hand, are ones you should include as a regular part of your diet. Omega-3 fatty acids are also an important dietary fat.
| Type of fat | Found in foods such as... | Recommended daily intake |
|---|---|---|
| Saturated or trans fats | Full cream milk, cheese, butter, cream, fatty meats and sausages, and processed foods | 10% or less of total calories |
| Monounsaturated fat | Canola and olive oils, canola margarine, peanuts, avocados | 10-15% of total calories |
| Polyunsaturated fat | Canola oil and margarine, fish, other omega-3 foods listed above | 10% or less of total calories |
Infants and toddlers under three years should not be restricted in their fat intake because much larger volumes of food would be required to guarantee adequate energy intake and growth. Particularly, low-fat milk should not be a replacement for whole milk.
Last updated: April 2nd, 2003
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