.fat is a nutrient that gives the body energy
.fat help protect organ and keeps the body warm
.There are three main types of fat
.saturated fats are in animal foods and some oils
unsaturated:fat found in foods like olive oil,nut,and fish. these are good for heart health.
Trans fat:found in processed food like baked good . it is harmful and should be avoided
Essential fatty acids:omega -3 and omega-6 fats,which the body need but cannot make
function of fat
.provide energy
.help build cells walls.
.help the body absorb vitamin a,p,e and k
.support hormone production
.protects organ and insulates the body
health impacts
.healthy fats (unsaturated) can reduce the risk of heart disease
.too much saturated of trans fat can used bad cholesterol and cause heart problem
source of healthy facts
. monoun saturated fats:olive oil,avacado nuts
.poly unsaturated fish flax seeds walnut
.omega-35 fatty fish,flax seed
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