What are unhealthy fats?
Many people think all fats are bad, but that's simply not true. Unhealthy fats are fats that can contribute to inflammation, poor heart health, weight gain, insulin resistance, and other long-term health problems when eaten regularly in excess. The main unhealthy fats are artificial trans fats and diets that are consistently high in heavily processed fats found in many packaged and fried foods. Some foods high in saturated fat may also be worth limiting, especially when they come from ultra-processed sources rather than whole foods. The good news is that your body actually needs healthy fats. Rather than fearing fat altogether, it's far more beneficial to focus on choosing natural, nourishing sources of fat while reducing heavily processed foods that can place extra stress on your...