Reduces cardiovascular risk, particularly when substituted for starches and sugars.
Nuts a significant source.
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.