Fats are one of the three main macronutrient groups in human diet, along with carbohydrates and proteins, [1][3] and the main components of common food products like milk, butter, tallow, lard, salt pork, and cooking oils. This article looks at the sources and types of fat, their effects on the body, and how much to add to the diet. The fats in your food don’t automatically turn into body fat (adipose tissue)
Your body only stores fat if you take in more calories from protein, carbs or fats than your body needs to burn for energy. When it comes to health, not all fats are equal There is no recommend limit on the total amount of fat you should eat each day
In mammals, fat, or adipose tissue, is deposited beneath the skin and around the internal organs, where it also protects and insulates against heat loss Fat is a necessary, efficient source of energy. Examples include avocados, olive oil, and nuts. Not all fat is created equal
Find out which type of fat to choose — and which to avoid — for good health. For decades, nutrition experts and health officials have warned against eating too much saturated fat
