NUTRITION
Fat and your hormones
If you’re still avoiding this macronutrient, it’s time to fatten up your plate.
Dietary fat is finally having its time in the sun. But despite our latest obsession with avocado toast, there are still many body composition-conscious women who fear fats. Whether it’s due to the name itself, or a lingering 90s trend towards low-fat condiments, many of us still struggle with the idea that not all fats lead to fat gain. The fact is, this essential macronutrient
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plays an important role in your health and bodily functions, including improved energy, mental clarity and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, and healthy skin and nails. But most importantly, fat is critical for balanced hormones. Without a healthy intake of fat, your body can’t create cholesterol – the building block of most hormone
production. This can steadily contribute to issues such as infertility, weight gain, and poor cardiovascular health. In short, taking care of your hormones needs to be a priority, particularly for women. Here’s how you can keep some of your most important hormones and hormonesecreting glands in tip-top shape:
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WRITTEN BY DR MEGAN RIGBY, DNP AND NUTRITION CONSULTANT, THEMACROMINI.COM
