09/23/2025
Have you ever heard that fats are bad for you?
Well on the contrary, that is not the absolute truth. Healthy Fats is a thing, and can play a crucial part in your health and weight management journey. Dietary Fat supports your hormones in keeping it balanced. How does this concern you?
Here is How?
1. S*x Hormones (Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone)
* Healthy fats (avocado, olive oil, fatty fish, nuts, seeds) provide the cholesterol building blocks your body uses to make estrogen and progesterone.
* Too little fat can cause irregular cycles, lower energy, and even stall weight loss.
* Balanced fat supports stable hormone production, which helps with metabolism and fat burning.
2. Satiety Hormones (Leptin and Ghrelin)
* Leptin tells your brain you’re full; Ghrelin signals hunger.
* If fat intake is too low, these hormones get out of balance, making you feel hungrier and more prone to cravings.
* Including healthy fats (like 1 Tbsp chia seeds, ½ avocado, or 1 tsp olive oil) helps regulate appetite.
3. Stress Hormones (Cortisol)
* High Stress = high cortisol, which can cause water retention and belly fat storage.
* Healthy Fats (especially omega-3’s from chia seeds, salmon, flax) help regulate inflammation and keep cortisol levels steadier.
4. Blood Sugar and Insulin
* Eating carbs alone can spike blood sugar, but pairing them with fat + protein slows digestion.
* This keeps insulin levels balanced which means fewer crashes, steady energy, and less fat storage.
