The issue surrounding
fat has made news since ages. However, one fact remains succinct. Fat is not
essentially bad, it is essential to our bodies.
Though too much of something becomes “Poisonous”. Eating enough fat will
go in a long way improving your body.
What are the benefits of eating enough fat?
1. Essential For Your Brain Health
Brain tissue
is made up of approximately 60% fat. Therefore when you deprive yourself 100%
of fat, you are actually hindering your brain to function properly.
Did you know
that vitamins such as A, D, E and K require fat as a medium of transportation?
The vitamins are not water soluble and therefore you need enough fat in your
body to facilitate absorption. Some Fat is also known to contain omega 3-fatty acids
which enhance your cognitive ability and also mood improvement.
2. Lungs Work Properly
Did you know
that our lungs are coated with a layer made up of entirely saturated fat? Young
born babies lacking this substance are provided with a “surfactant “to assist
the lungs functionality.
Lack of
enough fats can compromise your lungs. Research is underway to show connection
between low intake of fat and Asthmas due to breakdown of the fatty layer.
3. Reduces Cancer Risk
Intake of
good fat as part of your diet increases macronutrient intake essential for
glucose management and inflammation reduction. This as a result reduces the
risk of cancer cells multiplying.
A study done
on 111, 416 people showed that, a high saturated fat intake was associated with
lower risk of pancreatic cancer.
4. Keeps Your Skin Healthy
The bulk of
the cellular membrane is made up of fat. Lack of enough fat can cause chapped
and dry skin. This has a negative effect as it provides a pathway body infection.
5. Your Immune System
is Enhanced
Dr Mary
Eades and Dr Michael in their book addressing good and bad calories they have stated
clearly that lack of enough saturated fatty acids in the white blood cells
reduces their ability to combat foreign microorganisms such as fungi, viruses
and bacteria.
6. Makes Your Bones Stronger
Eating fat
in the right ratio is helpful for bone mineral density. Fat is involved in calcium
metabolism and fat soluble vitamins like D and K2 are important for strong bones.
Bottom Line
It's clear
that fat is not essentially bad. However, you need to know the right kind of
fat to take and how much per daily diet.
The quantity
of fat you need daily largely depends on your calorie needs. It is recommended
for adults to take between 20% -30% of their daily calories from fat.
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