Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Fat is an essential part of a healthy diet. It helps our bodies absorb vitamins and minerals, maintains metabolism, and stores energy. But not all dietary fats are created equal. Here is what you need ...

There are several types of fats, and not all are bad for you — each has a unique effect on the body. Mono and polyunsaturated fat are both heart healthy fats. Research about fat is confusing, and the ...

Saturated fats are solid at room temperature. They’re found in animal products like beef, pork, milk, and cheese. Research on whether or not they’re healthy is mixed. The role of saturated fat in the ...

The key is to get a good balance of fats and other nutrients in your diet. Eat the healthiest kinds of fats, in the right amounts. Unsaturated fats are the healthy fats. Saturated and trans fats are ...

Researchers have developed a new microscopy technique that allows for the direct tracking of fatty acids after they've been absorbed into living cells. What they found using this technique could have ...

The word “lipid” is another word for “fat.” Lipids can be both solid or liquid at room temperature, in which case they are called fats or oils, respectively. For several decades, fats were considered ...

We're regularly told to minimise the amount of saturated fats we consume, but a new study suggests that eating foods rich in these fats could actually offer some protection against certain diseases.