Wagyu Beef Can Be Included in Your Diet! What Are the Health Benefits of Healthy Fats?

It’s no secret that Wagyu beef is one of the most sought after meats in the world. The Japanese have been breeding Wagyu cows for centuries. We are revered for their smooth texture, sweet flavor, and tenderness. But did you know that there are different grades of Wagyu?

There are four main levels of quality: A5+, A4+, A3+ or A2+.

Americans have been taught to fear fat for a number of years. Mostly because studies show that trans fats are on the unhealthy side and saturated fats fall somewhere in the middle. However, recent research has revealed there is also a fatty spectrum with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated being considered healthy as well.

It’s been a long-standing belief that fats are bad for your health. But what many people don’t know is the truth about healthy fats and how they can actually benefit you!

In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of eating healthy fat, including omega 3s and monounsaturated fats.

There are many different types of fats, but some are better for you than others. Healthy fats can help your body absorb vitamins A, D, E and K. They also maintain healthy skin and hair, regulate hormone levels in the body and support a healthy immune system.

This blog post will go over what makes fat good or bad for your health. It will discuss why it’s important to choose the right type of fat when cooking at home as well as how to make healthier food choices at restaurants.

Healthy fats have a wide range of benefits. Here are just three:

Healthy fats are very important for our health. Foods having a high monounsaturated to saturated fat ratio can help decrease cholesterol, avoid coronary artery disease, and improve weight loss.

Polyunsaturated fatty acids such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid are essential because they cannot be made by the body but it still needs them to function normally.

The health benefits of saturated fats include cell membrane construction, nerve covering and clotting blood.

In addition to those well-known advantages, research shows that they can also be a replacement for sugar in the diet which has been shown to have less negative effects than originally thought.

• Help lower bad cholesterol

Many people have negative views on cholesterol. They believe that foods high in cholesterol are bad for health, but this is simply not the case – many “cholesterol-rich” foods are actually incredibly healthy and nutritious.

What you should be avoiding instead of these food types would be things like fried or processed meats and sugary desserts.

Thoughtfully raised beef, such as Wagyu cattle that contain higher levels of MUFA fats than other breeds and cuts of meat, can actually help lower bad cholesterol (LDL) while increasing good cholesterol (HDL).

• Heart disease risk factors may be reduced

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is responsible for 610,000 deaths in America every year.

The CDC also reports that there are many risk factors of heart disease such as a poor diet, high blood pressure and obesity or being overweight among others.

There have been studies done that show that Wagyu beef can significantly reduce your chances of having hypertension. Because it contains oleic acid which contributes towards lowering blood pressure levels when consumed regularly.

• Can aid in weight loss

A study of 124 overweight revealed that following a diet high in monounsaturated fats (20 percent) for a year resulted in weight loss that was comparable to those who followed a calorie-restricted, low-fat diet .

Participants in another study who followed a low carbohydrate diet  & increased their energy intake from saturated fats improved the overall lipid profiles.

Gary Taubes argues that we get fat because carbohydrates make us so, and protein and fat do not.

A great way to get some healthy fats into your diet is by eating avocados. They’re delicious and nutritious!

A healthy diet is a balance of carbs, protein and fats. Healthy fats are essential to good health.

They’re responsible for the production of hormones which regulate how we feel and function. 

The most well-known type of fat is omega-3 fatty acids, which help with brain development. And can relieve symptoms associated with depression and ADHD. 

These has been shown to reduce risks for cardiovascular disease, cancer, arthritis as well as other inflammation related illnesses.

It’s important to note that not all fats are created equal! There are two types: saturated (bad) and unsaturated (good). 

Unsaturated fats contain Omega 3 fatty acids such as monounsaturated or polyunsaturated oils like olive oil or avocado oil.

Fielding’s Wood Grill is the place to go if you want the greatest Wagyu beef in Shenandoah. From Kobe beef brands like Matsuzaka and Tajima to Miyazaki cattle from Japan. Our restaurant offers some of the most luxurious cuts of meat available.