Healthy Fats For Infants: Where To Get Them and Why They're Important
- By GHBY Team
- 12 Dec 2022
- Verified by Dr. Burtseva Tamara Viktorivna
Key highlights or summary
- Fat is an important source of energy in the body.
- Every baby requires fats to stimulate growth, but understanding the difference between good and bad fats is critical for a balanced and healthy diet.
- Fats are nutrients found in food that the body needs to build nerves, and hormones, and provide energy.
- However, if fats are not used as energy, they are stored in the body within fat cells for future use.
- They add a rich texture and flavor to food, but they are high in calories and can cause health problems if consumed in excess.
- This is why parents must understand the distinction between good and bad fats.
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