Healthy Fats, Nuts and Seeds
Polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, as well as omega-3 fatty acids are very vital. Plant based sources of these fats include:
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- Walnuts
- Avocados
- Olive oil
- Flax seeds
- Hemp seeds
- Canola oil
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Seeds and nuts are great to consume as snacks or to use in a salad or soup, to add extra nutrients. They also provide vitamins and plant-based protein such as vitamin E and selenium. Examples of nuts include:
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- Almonds
- Cashews
- Pecans
- Pistachios
- Brazil
- Macadamia
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Examples of seeds include: chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds.