Total Fat

macronutrient Unit: g

Dietary fat is the most energy-dense macronutrient at 9 kcal per gram. Fat is needed to absorb the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K, to form cell membranes, and to synthesize steroid hormones. The type of fat matters: unsaturated fats from plants and fish generally support cardiovascular health, while high intake of saturated and trans fats is linked to increased LDL cholesterol.

Reference Daily Intake · per 100g

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Reference Daily Intake

No established RDA for this nutrient.