Is there any difference between food fat and body fat?

Fat (lipids) from any animal source- hippo or human, cow or countess- is called "adipose tissue" and is made up of triglycerides. The adipose tissue of, say, a cow's leg is pretty much the same as the adipose tissue of, say, your leg. read more

Fat (lipids) from any animal source- hippo or human, cow or countess- is called"adipose tissue" and is made up of triglycerides. The adipose tissue of, say, a cow's leg is pretty much the same as the adipose tissue of, say, your leg. Fat is fat. Your own body doesn't know the difference. read more

Humans evolved to seek out the most concentrated supply of them, and fat, with nine calories per gram (versus four per gram in carbs and proteins), was our best food source for survival. Though we no longer need that primitive urge to keep us alive, fat still plays a critical role: It delivers key nutrients to your body. read more

Unsaturated fats such as omega-3, omega-6, oleic acid, and linoleic acids are the good fats! Incorporating these into your diet can actually help you lose weight! The fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K all require fat so that they can be absorbed into the body. Without fat, you will not be getting any of these essential vitamins. read more

Saturated fats are found in animal products (meat, poultry skin, high-fat dairy, and eggs) and in vegetable fats that are liquid at room temperature, such as coconut and palm oils. The 2005 Dietary Guidelines recommend limiting saturated fats to 10% or less of your total calories, while the American Heart Association recommends keeping them to just 7% of total calories. read more