The fats in your food don’t automatically turn into body fat (adipose tissue) Fat, any substance of plant or animal origin that is nonvolatile, insoluble in water, and oily or greasy to the touch Your body only stores fat if you take in more calories from protein, carbs or fats than your body needs to burn for energy.
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Not all fat is created equal
Find out which type of fat to choose — and which to avoid — for good health.
Get to know the different types of fat, what they do, which ones are healthy fats, and which foods are good sources of healthy fats. How much fat should you eat per day Learn how many grams of fat per day are optimal for your goals Get tips on healthy fats and daily fat recommendations!