Fat is always getting a bad rap. Many people believe that eating fat will directly contribute to weight gain. However, I am here to debunk the myth and give fat the proper respect it deserves. So grab a spoonful of peanut butter and keep reading.

Good fats such as avocados, nuts and olive oil are essential to the human diet. Fat will keep you satisfied longer than carbohydrates will, allowing you to eat less and feel full longer. Fats, such as a spoonful of peanut/almond butter with a banana, is a great pre-workout snack because the energy-dense fats will keep you full throughout your entire workout and give you the energy you need.

Ever heard the saying, “eat fat to burn fat?” Well guess what… it is true! Recent studies have proved that in order to burn off the “old fat” aka, stored fat on your body, you must consume “new fat.”

Fat helps your body absorb nutrients that are essential to your health. Because of this, it is good to incorporate some fat into your breakfast when you take your multivitamin.

Fat in salmon – called omega 3 fats – are great for healthy and vibrant skin, hair, and complexion; It is one of the contributing factors to Demi Moore’s amazing skin. That, and a few other things, which we won’t get into today.

Lastly, fat grams in cheese, salmon or avocados do not translate into your body as stored fat – this is a common misconception. Sugar is what your body converts straight into the fat you picture on your stomach after that late night ice cream run. That is why most diets cut out sugar and emphasize fat intake.