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There are many benefits to eating the proper amounts of unsaturated fats and essential fatty acids.

1. They decrease free radicals in the body.
2. They lower total cholesterol levels by preventing platelet aggregation and vasoconstriction.
3. Good fats lower triglycerides.
4. They raise levels of High Density Lipoproteins.
5. Good fats lower blood pressure.
6. They decrease symptoms of heart palpitations, also known as angina.
7. They lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
8. They decrease the pain and swelling of rheumatoid arthritis.