12 High Fat Foods That Are Surprisingly Healthy

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4. Chia Seeds

Speaking of chia seeds, these are another good source of healthy fats, even though most people don’t think of them this way. One ounce of chia seeds (about 28 grams) has a full nine grams of fat. When you consider that almost all the carbs in chia seeds are fiber, the majority of the calories in chia seeds come from their fat content. Chia seeds are about 80 percent fat, which makes them one of the most perfect high fat plants around.

But don’t worry — these tiny seeds have heart healthy omega-3 fats called ALA.  These seeds are incredibly nutritious and have many health benefits, including lowering blood pressure levels and lowering inflammation in the body. Chia seeds also contain many trace minerals that are hard to find in other foods. Add a tablespoon or two of chia seeds to your smoothies, soup, salads, or yogurt for some super healthy fats that can do so much for your health!

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