University of New Mexico Health Science researchers are looking into ... fat. Dr. Meilian Liu says the body's bad fat, which is white, can lead to obesity-related diseases. She said the good ...

Not so long ago, all fat was considered the mortal enemy in the fight for good ... bad fats. Most trans fats are man-made ...

Consuming trans fats: Raises levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad”) cholesterol and lowers levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL, or “good”) cholesterol Increases the risk of ...

This article will explain the differences between some of the main dietary fats and their health effects, both good and bad. The key is ... liquid unsaturated fats into solid or nearly solid ...

On Thursday the FDA proposed changing its classification of trans fats to no longer "generally recognized as safe," which means food companies would have to prove that the partially hydrogenated ...

Last year, the FDA declared that it’s considering revoking trans fat’s classification as “generally recognized as safe,” or GRAS. To steer clear of added trans fat, check ingredient labels ...

Your body needs fat every day for energy and to help absorb certain vitamins and minerals. Plus, they play a role in cell growth, protect your nerves, and form a cushion around your organs. Fats also ...

A common misconception is that simply choosing a low-fat diet is enough to keep your heart healthy, but in reality, the type of fat you eat matters far more. Think of it as the “good, the bad, ...