What is the difference between polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats?
The terms polyunsaturated and monounsaturated simply refer to the chemical structure of the fat. Both are unsaturated which means they are healthy fats. Polyunsaturated fats are found in high amounts in sunflower and soybean oils, nuts, seeds and oily fish, whereas monounsaturated fats are found in high amounts in olive, canola and peanut oils and avocados. It is recommended to have a combination of both in the diet for maximum health benefits.
