Your kids need some fat in their diet, just not too much. And some types are better choices than others.
Omega-3 fatty acids, for example, help brain development in babies and young children. Compared to saturated fats, omega-3s and monounsaturated fats may help your body stay more sensitive to insulin, which lowers the risk of diabetes.
These foods are excellent sources of omega-3s or monounsaturated fat:
- Fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, herring, mackerel, and anchovies
- Eggs
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Olive oil
- Canola oil
- Ground flaxseed