Re: Question for Mouseclick

Hello mamaducky,

thought I'd just jump in here and state that Dr Fuhrman does recommend fats/oils within his plant-based nutrient-dense diet in the form of a tablespoon of flaxseed oils daily, including nuts and avocados, where the latter contains monounsaturated heart-healthy fats.

Flaxseeds and their oils provide (amongst other valuable nutrients)) Alpha Linolenic Acid which is converted into DHA by the body, but in insufficient amounts for the bodys needs: hence he believes in supplementing with plant-derived DHA or a fish oil equivalent, if you are not vegan or vegetarian.
Plant-derived DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is a little more expensive than the fish-derived DHA.

Some fats/oils are essential for health which is why some of them are referred to as "essential", as they are only available from outside sources and not manufactured within the body.

Regards

Chrisb1.

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