facts about fats

- fats have twice as many calories as carbohydrates.
- fats supply your body with energy.
- fats form part of the structures of your cells.
- fats maintain your body temperature.
- fats protect your nerves and tissues.
- nutritionists say no more than 30% of your calories should come from fat
- the good fat is liquid at room temperature.
more examples: olive oil, peanuts, avocado, etc.
- the bad fat is solid at room temperature.
more examples: cheeses, meats, etc.
- muscle weighs more than fat.
- when you lose weight, your body absorbs the fat.your body converts the fat into carbohydrates used for energy.