For Monounsaturated Fats we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Bodybuilding, Cardiovascular Health, Health and Nutrition.

Monounsaturated Fats (Bodybuilding)

Fats that have a positive effect on the good cholesterol levels. These fats are usually high in the essential fatty acids and may have antioxidant properties. Sources of these fats are fish oils, virgin olive oil, canola oil, and flaxseed oil.

Monounsaturated Fats (Cardiovascular Health)

Fats primarily found in olive oil and canola oil, nuts (eg. peanuts), and avocados. These fats may help lower blood cholesterol levels.

Monounsaturated Fats (Health)

Dietary fats, such as olive oil or canola oil, that do not seem to have any affect on blood cholesterol.

Monounsaturated Fats (Nutrition)

An essential fatty acid (EFA) that seems to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. This is considered a type of 'good' fat. Olive oil, and canola oil have this in them. You need approxiamately 2% of your daily calories as EFA's.

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