Looking for radiant skin and glossy hair? Want balanced hormones, reduced inflammation, and freedom from sugar cravings? Incorporating this essential macronutrient—my personal favorite—into every meal and snack can help: FAT. I’ve made a video all about the benefits of fat for your body, and here’s a quick overview:
**Skin:** Healthy fats hydrate your skin from the inside out. Without enough fatty acids, your skin might become dry. Plus, the right fats help manage inflammatory skin issues like eczema, rosacea, and acne. For natural dry skin remedies, see my other post.
**Hair:** Fats make your hair shine. Fatty oils from the sebaceous glands on your scalp keep your hair shiny and your scalp free from flakes.
**Hormones:** Fats help regulate sex hormones. Don’t miss my five-part series on achieving hormonal balance.
**Inflammation:** Fats can reduce inflammatory chemical responses. Discover more inflammation-reducing foods here.
**Nutrient Absorption:** Fats assist in absorbing fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K.
**Organ Protection:** Fats act as cushioning and insulation for your organs.
Every cell in your body relies on a fatty layer. What’s crucial isn’t the number of calories in fats but the type of fats you opt for. Good fats come from sources like olive, pumpkin, and coconut oils, avocados, nuts, and seeds. Watch my video and explore my joyful recipes to ensure you get enough healthy fats every day.
Check out these delicious recipes featuring my favorite healthy fat sources! This post was made in collaboration with New Chapter, but rest assured that all opinions are mine. You can read more about my partnership ethos here.
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**Reader Questions and Comments:**
**Joy:** Can you suggest a vegan or vegetarian omega supplement for pregnancy?
**Heather, Joyous Health Team:** Hi Lindsay! Genestra offers a vegan Omega supplement worth exploring.
**Reader Comment:** Those cherry coconut macaroons look amazing!
**Feedback:** Since I started including the right fats, I’ve noticed improvements in my hair, skin (like eczema), and nails. Thanks for all your support. Love your website and books.
**Heather, Joyous Health Team:** Thanks, Nadine! We’re delighted to hear it’s helping. Appreciate you sharing.
**Interview Request:** We’re interested in featuring JOY on our Hispanic and Latin American network as a holistic nutritionist.
**Heather, Joyous Health Team:** Hi Xavier. Feel free to contact us at: hello.com
**Serving Size Inquiry:** What’s a serving size for oils, avocados, olives, and nut butters?
**Heather, Joyous Health Team:** Hi Brianne! A general guideline is about the size of your thumb.
**Diet Question:** What’s your view on high-fat diets? How much fat should someone eat daily?
**Rachel, Joyous Health Team:** Hey Laiza, glad you liked the video! We believe in the mantra “fat is your friend,” incorporating healthy sources at each meal. It varies per person; some thrive on high-fat diets while others prefer moderate fat intake. Ideally, aim for 20-30% healthy fat in each meal.
**Coffee Machine Inquiry:** I admire the coffee machine in your videos. What make and model is it?
**Rachel, Joyous Health Team:** Thanks for your kind words, Jocelyne! Joy and Walker love their Breville machine—perfect for morning espresso and steaming coconut or almond milk.
**Baking Question:** How should we consider almond intake when using almond flour or almond butter for baking?
**Reader Comment:** It’s important to help oneself to achieve results.
