Nutrition 101: Phat Fats

Whether you like it or not, you have to eat to lose weight! It doesn't take a nutritionist to tell you that you have to eat healthily for your body to do the right things. Like myself, young guys and girls have a fast metabolism. We can break down food so effectively it's crazy! No wonder some of us can eat large portions and still have room for dessert. That's not to say that you have to eat like a pig to lose weight. What you eat and when you eat it plays a huge role in your overall training goal and general health. With the right amounts, food can help you mentally as well as physically.
Basic Principles: If you're trying to bulk up, cut some fat, or just improve your overall lifestyle, you need three things, carbohydrates, protein and fat.

'OMG did you say fat?!'

Yes, I said fat. So you're thinking, 'I need to lose fat, why should I eat more of it?'. Fat should only be 20% of your calorie intake, with carbohydrates and protein equally shared at 40%.
Fat is a form of energy. The right fats are quite filling, which can prevent you from over-eating.
Fats like olive oil, avocado, oily fish like mackerel and tofu are examples of mono/polyunsaturated fat (fancy words for Good Fats!).
Then there's the bad fats. These are the saturated and trans fats that we get in pretty much all junk food, from fast food burgers to pop tarts! Avoid this at all costs, these are not good for your goal what so ever! 
Adding these good fats to your meals will help you break down the food more smoothly and give your body that extra spike of energy.
Fats are just as important than your carbs and proteins. Don't ignore them! Take it with a pinch of salt though (not literally!). Small amounts of them are fine, and can provide great benefits for you in your fitness goal. Don't neglect it! Nutrition is the most important thing when working out. If you want good nutrition, at least do it properly. Avoid those trans and saturated fats whenever you can. If your in the gym to cut fat, don't counter-act it and put it back into your body!
You're the one who puts the food in your mouth, no one else. Get them Phat Fats down and eat clean!

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