When you’re dealing with chronic pain, especially the kind caused by period pain or endometriosis, every food choice can either help or hurt. The right types of fats in your diet play a major role in managing inflammation, energy production, and even overall hormonal balance. In this blog, we’ll explore two of the most important fats—those found in MonoPure (omega-3s) and coconut oil (MCTs)—and how they can help you feel better. We’ll also cover some other healthy fats you can use in your kitchen to cook for both yourself and your family.
The Power of Omega-3s: Why MonoPure Stands Out
Omega-3 fatty acids, like those in MonoPure, are essential for reducing inflammation, which is often the main driver of pain in conditions like endometriosis. The omega-3s EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) work by integrating into cell membranes, improving their fluidity and helping regulate the body’s inflammatory response. Studies have shown that omega-3s can significantly reduce levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), a key marker of inflammation, which is often elevated in women with period pain or endometriosis.
Why MonoPure is Different:
- Highly Absorbable: MonoPure offers omega-3s in their re-esterified triglyceride form, which is absorbed up to 70% more effectively than other fish oil supplements. This means your body gets more of the inflammation-fighting benefits.
- Reduces Inflammation: By lowering CRP and dampening pro-inflammatory molecules, omega-3s can help reduce chronic pain and improve overall energy and wellness.
- Expectations: After consistently taking MonoPure for 4 to 12 weeks, many women experience a noticeable reduction in pain and inflammation, with improvements in energy and overall health
Coconut Oil: A Fast-Acting Energy Booster
While omega-3s target long-term inflammation, coconut oil focuses on quick energy and metabolic support. The medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) in coconut oil are rapidly converted into ketones by the liver, providing an immediate energy source that doesn’t require insulin for absorption. Many of you may remember Bulletproof Coffee, popularized by Dave Asprey, which famously used MCT oil to deliver this quick energy boost.
How Coconut Oil Helps:
- Quick Energy: MCTs provide a fast fuel source for your body and brain, which can help improve your mental clarity and physical energy.
- Supports Brain Health: MCTs cross the blood-brain barrier, providing an energy boost that helps with focus and mood, often beneficial for those dealing with the brain fog that can accompany chronic pain.
- Anti-Inflammatory: Though less potent than omega-3s in reducing systemic inflammation, coconut oil has mild anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can support gut health and immune function.
Other Unique Healthy Oils
In addition to omega-3s and MCTs, there are other unique, lesser-known oils that can help support your overall health by reducing inflammation and improving energy:
- Camelina Oil: Rich in omega-3s and vitamin E, this oil is stable at higher temperatures and works well in cooking or drizzled over salads.
- Sea Buckthorn Oil: Full of rare omega-7 fatty acids, sea buckthorn oil is great for supporting gut health, skin repair, and reducing inflammation.
- Perilla Oil: High in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), this oil has powerful antioxidant properties and can be used in salad dressings or as a finishing oil.
- Black Cumin Seed Oil: Known for its immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, this oil can be used in smoothies or drizzled over salads.
- Avocado Oil Butter: A blend of avocado oil and plant-based butter, this option is ideal for cooking and baking with a rich, creamy texture.
These oils are easily obtainable online and can be drizzled over foods, particularly salads, or used in light cooking. To encourage you, these oils generally taste great and add depth to your dishes. They do make a big difference when we get away from inflammatory foods and drift back to a simpler, non-toxic food supply. I see big changes in women's health when this is combined with the right supplements and diet adjustments. It is worth it—for you and for your family.
Choosing the Right Fats for Your Health
Both MonoPure’s omega-3s and coconut oil’s MCTs have unique and powerful benefits that can support your journey to better health. Omega-3s from MonoPure help address the root cause of inflammation and pain, while coconut oil provides quick energy and brain support. By incorporating these fats—and other unique oils—into your meals, you can create a diet that supports not only your pain relief but also your overall well-being.
Start incorporating these fats into your meals and take MonoPure regularly for at least 4 to 12 weeks to begin seeing significant improvements in your pain, energy, and inflammation levels. Don't fear fat, it can be key to recovery. Your body—and your future self—will thank you.