Monounsaturated fatty acids, serve as components of cell membranes, particularly myelin in nerve tissue.
Oleic acid is the main mono saturated fatty acid present in food and tissues.
Reduces cardiovascular risk, particularly when substituted for starches and sugars.
Nuts a significant source.
Food sources for oleic acid include: olive, canola, peanut, and sesame oils and fat from animal products.
Oleic acid is the major monounsaturated fat in our diet present in meat, nuts, olive oil, dark chocolate and avocados.
A high monosaturated low carbohydrate diet lowers plasma triglycerides, VLDL cholesterol and increases levels of HDL cholesterol compared to a diet with high carbohydrates in patients with type 2 diabetes.
High monounsaturated fat diets improve hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes mellitus.