Food Groups Fat

Food Groups Fat The Fat Myth ChaptersSaturated and Unsaturated FatMonounsaturated and Polyunsaturated FatOil for CookingKeeping a Healthy BalanceFat is one of the three main nutrients required in equal balance within the body alongside protein and carbohydrates.Like the word carbohydrates, the word fat is full of contention but also stigma. And just like carbs, fat is a nutrient that many fad diets have pushed us to avoid in order to lose weight fast.Fat has received a bad reputation because of the lack of understanding of what our bodies need and a superficial idea of what being healthy means.Although we know that consuming too much fat is not good for our health, the word fat, especially in relation to our bodies, is still misunderstood: not all fat is bad for us; some fats are in fact extremely good for us. Eating healthy fat in the right quantities can help our overall health in many different ways.Because there has been a significant rise in these fat-free diets, many food products in the last 20 years have removed fat entirely and, for flavour, added sugar. Even more recently, due to further focus on the effects of consuming too much sugar, sweeteners now replace sugar. These sweeteners are often created synthetically. Consequently, certain foods and diets are left depleted of nutrients.Removing fat altogether from our diets isn't healthy. (Source: Rawpixel on Unsplash)one way to do so is to take a nutrition course.Walnuts provide essential fatty acids. (Source:   Tom Hermans on Unsplash)One thing to take away: fat is not the enemy, it is how we consume it that counts. When it comes to our diets, having small amounts of unsaturated fat throughout the day will keep our bodies functioning at their best. This, coupled with moderate exercise throughout the week will also help keep our hearts and minds strong.If in doubt, check the labels on packaging. It is not always easy to find the right nutritional advice online as there are many conflicting arguments about what is good for us and wh at is not. When it comes to fat, however, the difference between saturated and unsaturated is a good place to start.Knowing the difference and required quantities will make a real difference whether it is to lose weight or be more conscious of the natural benefits of food and general wellbeing.Read more about fruit and vegetables in the diet here.Read more about dairy in the diet here.