The True F-Word: Fat - How Fat Can Help You Lose Weight

When it comes to dietary fat, what matters most is the type of
fat you eat. Contrary to past advice to eat a low-fat diet —
which unfortunately contributed to overconsumption of sugar and
refined carbohydrates — newer research suggests that certain
types of fat are beneficial and necessary for health. But
although we’ve theoretically left the low-fat era behind, it
appears that many Americans have yet to fully shake off the
shackles of fat phobia.  How much do you need and what
types?  How can fat help you lose weight.