Fat can get a bit of a bad rap, but the truth is fats are essential to the body. They have many positive benefits, including supporting joint health, nutrient absorption, healthy hormones, and digestion. They also keep our nails, hair, and skin looking great!
If you’re hoping to lose fat and change your body composition, you should avoid all fats, right? Wrong.
One of the best things about tracking your food is the ability to look back and reflect on where your macros are coming from.
A common weight loss tactic is eating a low fat diet (not talking to you, ketogenic dieters!). We’re not saying that fat is bad for you. In fact, fat is a crucial macronutrient, but when you start tracking your fat intake you learn a lot.
