Tag: Fat

Diet and Inflammation

Diet and Inflammation

It may be fair to say that inflammation is the root cause of almost all chronic diseases we experience today. However, even in the absence of a diagnosis of a specific illness or condition, many of us experience “vague” symptoms or discomforts daily, which we […]

Battle of the Fats

Battle of the Fats

Saturated fat vs monounsaturated fat vs polyunsaturated fat – which is better for us? Which fats raise our cholesterol? Which foods are high in which fats? Does any of this even matter??? Controversies around dietary fat are rampant today among the media, public health organizations, […]

Dietary Fat – A Love Affair

Dietary Fat – A Love Affair

As a self-proclaimed nutrition nerd, I have no problem admitting that I have a favorite nutrient. It is fat. Yes, that’s right, I LOVE FAT. Some people count calories in an effort to restrict weight gain. This often leads to food cravings, fluctuations in mood, […]