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Truth About FAT

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F ats are by far the most efficient energy storage form. They have vario us functio ns in the body including providing energy for ce lls, controlling what goes in and o ut of cells, determining the inte grity of nervous tissue an d helping to form hormones. Fat is an important and necessary part of a healthy diet (even a weight loss diet). One of the most impo rtant functions of fat is it s role in aiding the absorption of fat-soluble Vitamins A, E, D, an d K. Without fat, your body can't use these vitamin s to unloc k their health benefits. Though protein foods will m ake you feel full for the longest, fat f ollow s closely behind. A meal with a bit of fat and protein can help you feel full and take your mind off food, ultimately giving you greater control over the amou nt of calories you eat. There are many differe nt types of fats and they can be conveniently divide d into four main catego ries: saturated fats, monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, and trans fatt...