Ep. 12 - The Skinny on Fats: Why All Fats Have a Place in Your Diet

For decades, fat was the villain of nutrition. From low-fat yogurt to fat-free cookies, we were told cutting fat would cut our risk of disease and help us lose weight. But research now shows fat was never the real problem—it’s the type and quality of fat that matters most.
In this episode of The About Thyme Podcast, Dr. Tammy breaks down everything you need to know about fats:
•        The difference between saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats
•        Why unsaturated fats (like olive oil, nuts, seeds, and fish) protect your heart and brain
•        How to balance saturated fats without fearing them
•        The truth about trans fats and why you should avoid them completely
•        How healthy fats support blood sugar stability, hormone balance, gut health, and weight management
Tammy also shares a personal story of the low-fat diet craze and why the “fat makes you fat” message was one of the biggest nutrition myths of our time.
Achievable actions from this episode:
•        Add 1–2 servings of unsaturated fats (avocado, nuts, olive oil, fatty fish) into your meals daily.
•        Limit excess saturated fats to about 10% of your daily calories.
•        Completely avoid trans fats by checking labels for “hydrogenated oils.”
•        Aim for at least one source of omega-3s every day.
It’s time to stop fearing fat and start using it to fuel your health, energy, and longevity.
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