The word fat brings a pang of anxiety to most self-conscious adults. Just hearing someone say it makes us touch our stomach. We look for food marked "low-fat" or "non-fat." Avoid it or else spend hours in the gym working it off! Fortunately, common knowledge of fat is all wrong. Not only do we need fat to survive, it plays a crucial part in our ability to function as healthy humans. Here are the top five reasons why you should make sure to get in your healthy dietary fats each day.
1. Essential to Brain Health
2. Helps Lungs Work Properly
3. Boosts Immune System
4. Keeps Skin Healthy
5. Good for the Heart
