Why eating fat is important!

The quick & dirty on: FATS
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9 calories per gram
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3 main roles:
1. A source of energy: carbs are the *main* source of energy for your body, but when they are too low, your body uses stored fat as fuel.
2. Vitamin absorption: Vitamin A (eyes) D (bones), E (antioxidant) and K (blood clotting). There vitamins need dietary fats for correct absorption (which is why low fat diets produce scary side effects).
3. Temperature regulation: keep your body at the desired temperature and protect vital organs
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Too much or too little of each macronutrient can be unhealthy, so yes, you can eat the avocado toast for breakfast this weekend but try to aim for a lower fat dinner if you’re trying to keep it balanced 😋