Should Bodybuilders Eliminate Dietary Body Fat?

By Jonas Varig


For many years, there was a longstanding belief in bodybuilding that it was important to lose as much fat as possible. However, a great deal of research has taken place over the years that clearly indicates the importance of dietary fat.

It's common knowledge that our diets are comprised of a combination of fats. Taken on the whole, the diets of everyone from fitness enthusiast to the sedentary should include more unsaturated than saturated fat. Some of our nutritional needs like Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids cannot be fulfilled by the body's internal mechanisms.

You don't have to be a bodybuilder to know you should be avoiding saturated fats. Saturated fats are solid at room temp and are derived from animal fats. That's a quick tip for easily recognizing saturated fats. But realize that cholesterol exists for a biochemical reason, and saturated fats are a part of the synthesis of cholesterol. So it is recommended to include a certain amount of saturated fats in your diet because it is believed that cholesterol elevates testosterone levels. You will find alternate terms for Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acid is also known as alpha Linolenic Acid, and Omega 6 fatty acid is also known as Linolenic acid. The fatty acids, while related have individual functions that are consequential to bodybuilding. Just a few benefits, when used in correct ratios, are greater stamina, faster healing from various injuries, faster recovery times after training and quite a few more. Partaking of the right kinds of fats lead to comprehensive health benefits.

These core tenets should be given due consideration by anyone wanting to seriously take on body building. Zero in on muscle building techniques that are also known to reduce fat.

A resource list of foods that contain large quantities of the Omega class of fatty acids, or EFA's should be organized. An abundant derivation of Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in cold water fish as well as other foods. Many oils have Omega 6 fatty acids including safflower, sunflower and evening primrose oils. Supplements can be found in many quality variations. As a result, oil supplements should always be stored at the appropriate temperature. The correct light environment will ensure that some oils will hold their potency without becoming rancid.

But bodybuilders have greater nutritional needs simply because of the intensity of their training. The only reasonable conclusion then is to make sure your diet is comprised of healthy fats consumed in the right proportions. When you do that you will discover that in time there will be optimal fat loss along with muscle gain.




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