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Say the word fat, and we think about rolls of blubber, pot bellies, and thunder thighs. We think obesity, high cholesterol and clogged arteries. Instantly, we think it’s bad – but it’s not. Fat is vital to our body, and we need a certain measure of it to function properly.

Our bodies need fat. It’s a source of energy and is required to process fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamin D and A. Without subcutaneous fat (the fat lying just underneath the skin), we wouldn’t be able to maintain a healthy body temperature. A healthy amount of it fills out creases, wrinkles, and curves, contributing to more aesthetically appealing features.

Visceral fat ( fat stored around the internal organs) protects the organs, cushioning them against the shock resulting from gravity and movement. And did you know that 2/3 of the human brain is fat?

Sure, too much of it is bad. But we should appreciate the role it plays in health.

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