Where can monounsaturated fats be found?

Found most commonly in peanut oils and olive oils.

What do monounsaturated fats do?

These are considered ‘heart healthy’ fats, and the best thing about them – they either have no effect on cholesterol levels or, in the form of oleic acid, lower LDL (bad) without affecting HDL (good) cholesterol. Excellent news as olive oil is a wonderful creation – but it should still be consumed in moderation.

How much monounsaturated fat should you be eating?

Though they are considered a good fat, monounsaturated fats should still make up only 15% of your daily calorie intake.