Fat, fat, fat! Would all of our weight loss problems be solved if we just eliminated fat from our diets? Unfortunately, it's not that simple. We actually need fats -- can't live without them, in fact.

THE TERM "HEALTHY FAT" might seem like an oxymoron to some, but the line between so-called "good" and "bad" fats is becoming more pronounced to nutrition experts. "The focus used to be on total fats.

SHREVEPORT, La. - When it comes to protecting your heart, one of the most effective strategies is to prioritize the right kinds of fats in your diet. A common misconception is that simply choosing a ...

We’ve come a long way from the days of low-fat or fat-free everything, as we have learned more about the nuance behind the role dietary fat can play in our overall health. Not all fat is “bad,” and ...

For those who remember the low-fat craze of the 1980s and 1990s, where chalky cookies and diet products took center stage, it’s time to celebrate a brighter food era. Fats are no longer the villain ...

Dietary fat is important for health in many ways. It supports energy and helps insulate your body. It’s also important for skin, hair, and hormone health. Plus, fat helps your body absorb vitamins A, ...

WASHINGTON - "Fat is a scary word." That's what someone e-mailed me last week after I had asked in a chat and a newsletter if there was ever confusion about what fats to eat. "There are good fats and ...

When I took a weight-loss group to a restaurant to practice making better choices, we learned that fat lurked in unlikely places. One participant wanted to order the stir-fry recipe, but the waiter ...

Long gone are the days when all fats were “bad.” Now we know that what’s important are the types of fat we eat, and how much. For instance, oils – full of unsaturated fatty acids – generally fall into ...

From myths about being 'skinny fat' to labelling all saturated fat as bad for health, experts debunk some outdated beliefs ...

You may already know that avocado and olive oil are smart choices, but it's time to add these sometimes-avoided foods back to your menu. Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Dietary fats ...