Nutrition Zone:
Navigating nutrition is never easy but that’s especially so when it comes to understanding what fats we should be eating. Sarah Jackson explains
Fats are an essential nutrient in our diet. Not only do they provide energy for the body but they also contain important vitamins and help us to absorb fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin A, D and E.
So, why are people scared to eat foods that are high in fat? Why is there a huge industry purely for low fat foods? Let’s find out.
The different types of fat:
There are many different types of fat - and yes, if we eat too much fat it can be unhealthy - but some fats are considered ‘healthier’ than others.
■ Saturated Fat: this is the type of fat you may be familiar with as it is predominately on food labels. Saturated fat can be found in foods such as butter, fat on meats/poultry, cakes, biscuits, and full fat dairy products.
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