One needs to be aware of fat intake for a variety of reasons. Weight management, cholesterol, heart disease – these are but a few of the issues that spring to mind.

But regulating one's fat intake is often easier said than done – and the whole matter is quite confusing. Let us take you through the important facts, step-by-step:

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Step 1:
Learn more about saturated fats, unsaturated fats and fatty acids.

Step 2:
Still confused about the different types of fat? Read this interesting article by DietDoc.

Step 3:
Find out why it is important to limit your intake of "bad" fats, but also why you need certain fats.

Step 4:
So, are you including too much fat in your diet? Do this quiz.

Step 5:
Take a look at this list of top 10 foods with hidden fats – and try to give those baddies a skip whenever possible.

Step 6:
Follow our PlusMinus or Portion Eating Plans to gradually cut the bad fats from your diet.

Step 7:
Take a picture of what you're having and send it to us. A dietician will analyse your meal, and we'll post her comments on our Rate-your-plate section.

Step 8:
Send your questions to DietDoc and chat to others in our Healthy Eating Chat Forum.
 

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