Fats keep you full for longer, which is actually *great* for weight loss.
We have some good news to share: no, eating fats does not automatically make you fat. Overeating any increases the risk of weight gain, said registered dietitian Kristin Kirkpatrick at Cleveland Clinic Wellness, but"fat in and of itself is not something that will make you fat," despite the rather misleadingly identical terminology.
You can understand where the misconception comes from, though."Fat can be a pretty scary nutrient" for those who count calories, Kristin said, because it's more calorie-dense: one gram of fat contains nine calories, compared to four calories per gram of protein and four calories per gram of carbohydrate.
or unhealthy foods or overeat consistently, including fats, but fats don't inherently lead to weight gain.
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