Abbey’s tip: Contrary to what our moms were likely taught, new research suggests there is no strong association between saturated fats and cardiovascular disease, and that butter actually increases our “good” HDL cholesterol. Butter’s fatty acid profile includes an anti-inflammatory short-chain fatty acid called butyrate, plus antioxidants, fat-soluble vitamins, and even omega-3 fats! To get the most nutrient bang for your buttery buck, look for grass-fed butter in the store.
Excerpted from The Mindful Glow Cookbook by Abbey Sharp. Copyright © 2018 by Abbey Sharp. Photography by Kyla Zanardi. Published by Penguin Canada, a division of Penguin Random House Canada Limited. Reproduced by arrangement with the Publisher. All rights reserved.