Fat, fat, fat! Would all of our weight loss problems be solved if we just eliminated fat from our diets? Unfortunately, it's not that simple. We actually need fats -- can't live without them, in fact.

Obesity and obesity-associated diseases, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases, have reached pandemic levels worldwide and are major threats to human life. Lipid species within ...

The science is more complicated than the new dietary guidelines would have you believe. Here’s a breakdown.

Dr. Lichtenstein answers the question: 'Differences Between Good Fat And Bad?' — -- Question: What are the differences between good fat and bad fat? Answer: Yes, there are differences between ...

It's hard to imagine now a world in which lard was a sought-after ingredient. But that's exactly what it was during the Second World War, when, along with other fats and oils, it was rationed in both ...

This versatile fat makes my tamales, fried chicken, noodles, and baked goods so much better.

Also, when and how to use it. It might not be an ingredient you hear about very often today, but lard has been used in kitchens around the world for centuries—and for good reason. Lard is a versatile ...

Jennifer McLagan celebrates the joys of cooking with fat in her book, Fat : An Appreciation of a Misunderstood Ingredient, With Recipes. She also discussed using leaf lard in cooking, especially in ...