{"id":4944,"date":"2025-05-29T15:03:30","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T15:03:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/friscotimes.org\/?p=4944"},"modified":"2025-05-29T15:03:30","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T15:03:30","slug":"myfitnesspal-guide-dietary-fat-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/friscotimes.org\/?p=4944","title":{"rendered":"MyFitnessPal Guide: Dietary Fat Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Dietary fat has had a major PR problem. Some people fear it, while others embrace it. But fat isn\u2019t good or evil. It\u2019s just another essential part of a balanced diet. The key to understanding fat is knowing which fats to favor and which to be more mindful about.<\/p>\n

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This guide brings together expert-backed insights and MyFitnessPal<\/a> tools to help you navigate the world of fats with confidence.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/strong>Guide to Fats: Types, Benefits, and How Much You Need<\/strong> <\/h2>\n

Fat in our food has long been feared. You may remember the 90s, when snack shelves were lined with fat-free and low-fat cookies, cakes, and more. Today we know that dietary fat\u2014both saturated and unsaturated\u2014have a place in a balanced diet. To clear up the confusion, we\u2019re diving into all things fat in this piece. From what types there are, to which types you need (and how much), we’ve got you covered in this article.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Are High-Fat Diets Healthy? New Study Reveals New Truths<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Grocery store aisles are filled with \u201cketo-friendly\u201d alternatives to their carb-filled counterparts and every other Instagram health guru seems to be touting the benefits of going low carb. But are high fat diets actually as good for you as they claim to be?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/strong>Is Extra-virgin Olive Oil Really a Health Food?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Extra-virgin olive oil has long held a reputation as a health-promoting food. With its supposed heart health benefits and anti-inflammatory properties, it\u2019s frequently recommended as a nutritious diet staple. In fact, extra-virgin olive oil is a key part of the Mediterranean diet, which the US News & World Report has ranked as the healthiest diet for years. But is extra-virgin olive oil truly as beneficial for health as believed? <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Read Kelsey’s Take<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/strong>Is Vegetable Oil Bad For Your Health?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Some oils\u2014namely vegetable oils\u2014have been getting a bad rap on social media lately. Dig into the actual science behind vegetable oils<\/strong>\u2014and whether or not they\u2019re as unhealthy as TikTok makes them out to be.<\/p>\n

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<\/strong><\/strong>5 Foods Low in Saturated Fat to Add to Your Life, According to a Dietitian<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Most healthcare providers stick by the decades-old advice to stick with a low saturated fat diet to improve your cardiovascular health. Learn what a low saturated fat diet is in the first place, what foods you should include on this eating plan, and here\u2019s how to navigate this diet with ease.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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