Do you know these fat substances?

1. Krill oil - shellfish also have fat

2. Fats straight from the tree

3. Peanut oil – fragrant fat

1. Krill oil - shellfish also have fat

Krill oil is a very good source of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are characterized by a high content of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Krill oil differs from fish oil in that the fatty acids contained in it are mainly associated with phospholipids, while in fish oil the fatty acids are mainly found in triacylglycerols. Krill oil has better bioavailability than fish oil and is therefore considered to be a very good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Krill oil contains astaxanthin, a red carotenoid pigment that is a strong antioxidant.

2. Fats straight from the tree

Coconut oils, also known as coconut fats, are examples of plant-based oils that are extracted from the hard flesh of coconut nuts. Due to their wide range of functions, they find application not only in gastronomy, but also in cosmetics, aesthetics and bodybuilding. Coconut oil is mainly composed of saturated fatty acids, including lauric acid, which is relatively high, and myristic acid. The rest of the oil consists of unsaturated fatty acids, such as oleic acid (monounsaturated fatty acids) and linoleic acid (polyunsaturated fatty acids). Coconut products are also a source of magnesium, potassium and dietary fiber. Although coconut oil is mainly composed of saturated fats, unlike animal fats, this oil is made up of medium-chain fatty acids. These acids are attributed with bacteriostatic, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antioxidant and positive effects on the cardiovascular system. However, it should be noted that the fatty acids contained in coconut oil are absorbed by the body only to about 25% as medium-chain fatty acids MCT, while the rest is absorbed like saturated fatty acids, the consumption of which leads to an increase in bad cholesterol levels. Therefore, if we have problems with cholesterol, it is worth considering whether we should use coconut oil or not. The results of the studies are still not unequivocal.

3. Peanut oil – fragrant fat

Perilla oil is derived from the seeds of the common pachnotke plant, a one-year-old oil-rich plant in the family of the Lamiaceae, mainly found in China, India, the Indian Peninsula and Japan. The fat obtained from this plant contains palmitic, stearic, linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids. Perilla oil also has antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, radiation-protective, anti-diabetic and wound-healing properties, as well as protects the walls of blood vessels. It is used to treat skin problems such as acne or sebum gland hyperkeratosis, as well as external injuries such as frostbite or burns. There are no proven contraindications for the use of oil from pachnotke. It can be used for external care by applying a few drops directly to the face or adding it to the bath for the regeneration of the skin of the whole body. The oil from walnuts is also distinguished for its health benefits. It is an oil with a specific taste and aroma, containing mainly unsaturated fatty acids, including polyunsaturated fatty acids of the omega-3 and omega-6 families. Thanks to its favorable lipid profile, it has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and digestive properties. The oil from pachnotke and the oil from walnuts should not be processed at high temperatures, as they quickly oxidize.