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Dietary fat: Know which to choose
Harmful dietary fat
Healthier dietary fat
What changes should I make to my diet?
What about very low-fat diets?
Unhealthy fats
Healthier fats
Recommendations for fat intake
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The facts about fat
Saturated fat
Unsaturated fat
How can I start eating healthier?
Don't go to extremes
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Dietary fat is essential to your health. It gives you energy and helps your body absorb vitamins.
But some types of fat may play a role in heart disease and stroke. In addition, fat is high in calories. Eating too many calories can lead to weight gain and possibly obesity.
Find out which type of fat to choose — and which to avoid — for good health.
