We've all heard mixed messages about fats. Are they all harmful? Should we avoid them at all costs? The truth is, that not all fats are created equal, and some fats are healthy and essential for our body’s well-being. Eating the right kinds of fats in the right amounts can support heart health, and brain function, and even keep us feeling fuller for longer. Here is why our body needs fat, how to distinguish good fats from bad, and what science says about making fats a healthy part of our diet.
Does our body really need fat?
