PortionPak allows you to choose a meal plan that fits your lifestyle. Keep in mind , if you have a medical condition such as heart disease or diabetes, make sure you check with your health care professional to help you decide a calorie level and the corresponding percentage of fat you should have in your diet. Visit our calorie intake table to find general calorie level guidelines for different ages and activity levels. Monounsaturated Fats Monounsaturated fats originate from vegetable sources like olive and canola oils. 2 Polyunsaturated Fats Polyunsaturated fats come from vegetable sources like safflower, sunflower, or corn oil.
Many margarines are high in poly- unsaturated fats.
This type of fat can help lower cholesterol levels. 3 Saturated Fats Saturated fats come from animal sources such as butter, lard, and meat. The fat icon shown here represents foods in PortionPak with more than 3 grams of fat per serving. Look for this symbol in your PortionPak to learn more about the fat content in the foods you eat.