Then, what you have is the total collective number of cholesterol-raising fat.

Vegetables can be a fabulous-tasting centerpiece of cuisine.

Now we are seeing different types of fat as being very important. Don't be afraid of monounsaturated fats and omega-3 fats, but really focus in on saturated fats and trans fat.

A couple of tablespoons of olive oil mixed into a salad is a great way [to get good fat]. Sitting down to a can of nuts in front of the television is not good for you.

Keep in mind that fortified foods should be treated like supplements — only to help you meet nutrient needs you cannot otherwise meet— not replace the goal of a balanced, plant-based diet.

Now we know that fat is metabolically active.