Fighting Bacteria, Maintaining Heart Health and Other Benefits of Fat in the Body

1. They help in temperature regulation of the body

There are several types of fat in the body, out of which the brown fat, also called the brown adipose tissue, dissipates energy and produces heat whenever our body requires it. Thus, it helps maintain body temperature.

2. They are important for improving cardiovascular and metabolic health

Both monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are essential for maintaining heart health. Omega-3 fats (a type of polyunsaturated fats) help lower blood pressure, reduce the levels of triglycerides and bad cholesterol, thus decreasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

3. They help in absorption of vitamins

Fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamins A, D, E and K are extremely essential for the body as they help in maintaining healthy teeth, bones, joints, mucus membranes and skin. However, they can only be absorbed in the body if you add unsaturated fats (sunflower, olive, walnut and corn oil) in your diet.

4. They help lose weight

This might seem unbelievable to many but the consumption of healthy fats such as fish, nuts, seeds, olive oil and coconut oil can help keep you feeling full for a longer period of time, thus aiding weight loss.

5. They help keep skin healthy

Fatty acids such as EPA and DHA help in maintaining excellent skin health as they prevent the skin from drying, manage the oil production of the skin, prevent premature ageing of the skin and also protect the skin from sun damage.

For more information, read our article on Fats.

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