Fats

Nuts and seeds can be tasty and nutritious components of your diet, but are often viewed as high fat and high caloric foods to be avoided. Learn about the nutrient and health value of nuts and/or seeds in your eating for health plan.

Research suggests that phytosterol fortified foods which are readily available in most supermarkets, provide health benefits. Learn more about phytosterols and health, and the benefits of fortified foods.

Unlike most fruits the avocado is not sweet, has a high fat content, and does not take kindly to being cooked. However, the avocado is a good source of several essential nutrients with great versatility as a raw ingredient. Learn more.

Fish oil supplements are consumed daily by millions of people in response to claims that some fish oils provide a variety of preventative and/or therapeutic health benefits. What health benefits do fish oils provide and do you need fish oil supplements?

Good fats, bad fats, high fat, low fat, trans-fats, and essential fats. Learn about different dietary fats and the amount of fat you need to be healthy?