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Fats are lipid molecules that serve as an essential energy source, insulator, and structural component of cells. Different types of fats, including saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats, have varying effects on health. Healthy fats, like those found in avocados and nuts, are important for overall well-being.
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- World Health Organization. Healthy diet. Updated 2026. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/healthy-diet View source
- Astrup A, et al. Saturated Fats and Health: A Reassessment and Proposal for Food-Based Recommendations: JACC State-of-the-Art Review. Journal of the American College of Cardiology. 2020;76(7):844-857. doi:10.1016/j.jacc.2020.05.077. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32562735/ View source
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