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fats

Organic compounds that serve as a reserve of energy for the body. Fat is stored in the body's fat tissues, which provide support, protection, and insulation for the body and its organs. A balanced diet must include some fats because, in addition to providing energy for the body, they are necessary for the absorption of certain vitamins.

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Many people consume too much fat in their diet; this imbalance can contribute to various diseases (such as disorders of the heart). Some fats, called saturated fats, have been found to raise the level of cholesterol in the blood, whereas other fats, called unsaturated fats, may help reduce blood cholesterol levels.

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of fats¹

Plural of fat

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This process combines fats or oils with an alkali to produce soap.

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Amid an obsession with low-fat diets in the 1980s, avocados were spurned by many — even though their fats are mostly unsaturated.

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"We can make proteins, fats, carbohydrates, fibres and they can be combined to make different dishes."

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He started counting every “macro” — or macronutrient of proteins, carbohydrates and fats — that went into his body, adding thousands of calories of canola oil to his smoothies so he could put on weight.

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“I would say, get a butter you think tastes delicious on its own, like maybe something that's a little higher in butter fats,” Ziata recommended for those looking to make a board at home.

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What are��fats?

Fats are greasy substances found in the tissues of animals and some plants.Many of the foods we eat contain these fats. Foods from animals, such as meat, milk, and eggs, all contain fats. So do some plant-based foods, such as nuts, avocados, and olive oil.The singular form fat can be used to collectively refer to the same thing. The body stores and uses fat for energy.The plural form fats is most often used in the context of nutrition. There are several different kinds of fats, such as saturated fats, unsaturated fats, and trans-fats, each of which can have different effects on a person’s nutrition and health.In general, it’s usually recommended not to consume too much fat. However, some fats are necessary in a diet because they help the body to absorb vitamins. The nutrition label on food products usually tell you exactly how much fat and what kinds of fats are in them.Example: This diet is based on avoiding foods that are high in fats.

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