You have probably heard numerous times that fat is the culprit for being overweight and that you have to avoid it at all costs. We are not going to defend the consumption of fat, but we are going to tell you why eliminating it completely can be harmful to your body.

What does fat give us?
On the one hand, by having fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K, it provides us with nutrients and extra energy to the body and mind.

And, on the other hand, fat forms a protection for the internal walls of our body, thus protecting it from dangers from the outside.

In addition, as it is a source of fatty acids that our body cannot produce autonomously, it also provides us with unique nutritional value.

Now, we should never consume it in excess, if not the necessary amount that gives us value and energy.

What happens if we eliminate fat from our diet?
If we completely eliminated fat from our diet, we could face some risks:

Heart

Many heart diseases are caused by excess fat, but we must not forget that many other factors also influence such as the consumption of sugar, vegetable oils, low-quality proteins or carbohydrates, so a diet without fat would only displace the problem (without remove it actually).

Intestine

Fats and fiber promote intestinal transit. There are some fats that have many nutrients that are good for our intestinal flora (the bacteria that live in our intestines).

Brain

If we completely eliminate fats from our diet, it would also affect our brain, since it is made up of fatty acids and requires a flow to function properly, so eliminating them can affect the function of neurons and the energy that our brain receives .

In addition, fatty acids are also a fundamental part for the control of moods, so it is advisable not to eliminate them in order to be able to have all the neurotransmitters active and to be able to combat problems such as anxiety or depression.

Note that…
Fats are not perfect, but eliminating them completely is not the best option either.

Therefore, if you are thinking of changing your eating habits, you should always consult a specialist who will recommend the best diet to follow.