Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Total Fat refers to the sum of all types of fats present in food, including saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats. Fats are one of the three primary macronutrients, alongside carbohydrates and proteins, and they play a critical role in human energy metabolism. Scientifically, fats are a dense source of energy, providing approximately 9 kilocalories per gram, which is more than double the energy provided by carbohydrates or proteins (each providing 4 kcal/g).

When carbohydrate stores are depleted, such as during prolonged exercise or fasting, the body turns to fat as a major energy source. Dietary fats are broken down into fatty acids and glycerol, which can be used to generate ATP, the body's primary energy currency. Several studies have demonstrated that adequate fat intake is essential for maintaining energy levels, especially in endurance athletes or individuals on low-carbohydrate diets (e.g., ketogenic diets).

While excessive fat intake has negative health implications, an appropriate amount of dietary fat is necessary for energy production, absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), and overall metabolic health. Therefore, there is strong scientific validation for the role of total fat in supporting energy needs, particularly when balanced within a healthy diet. The evidence is rated 4 out of 5 due to the extensive scientific support, with the caveat that not all types of fat are equally beneficial for long-term health.

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7-Keto-DHEA
acai berry
acetyl l-carnitine
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
alpha d-ribofuranose
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
amylopectin
ashwagandha
aspartic acid
beta-alanine
biotin
black pepper
bасора
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coconut milk
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
coffee fruit
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
eleuthero
folate
fructose
ginseng
greens blend (proprietary)
guarana
guayusa
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-carnitine
l-glutamine
l-glycine
l-leucine
l-tyrosine
maca
magnesium
malic acid
maltodextrin
medium chain triglycerides (MCT)
microbial enzymes (proprietary)
milk
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
nettle
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
pollen
protein
pyrroloquinoline disodium salt
rhodiola
rosemary
sage
shiitake mushroom
black ginger
sphaeranthus indicus
spirulina
succinic acid
tongkat ali
almond fruit
vegetable blend (proprietary)
velvet bean
vitamin B
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
whey protein
zinc
suma
jiaogulan
alpinia galangal
commiphora
bee pollen
lemongrass
siler root
cistanche
sweet flag
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
trace minerals
yerba mate
wheat germ
algae
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
Aralia
akebia
Alpha polylactate
Antler
Agastache
Arginine Creatine
Ardisia
Arginine malate
Anamu
Areca
adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Algal protein
Amor seco
Arginine silicate
Atractylone
Animal protein
Beta Phenethylalamine
Blackthorn
Beta-hydroxybutyrate
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
berry
Ba Ji Tian
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
banana
Baobab
Borneol
Chia seed
Coconut
Cinnamomum
Coenzyme A
coconut oil
Codonopsis
Cynomorium
Catecholamine
Chlorophytum
Chuchuhuasi
Curcumen
Coca
Chicken
cola nut
Dendrobium
Deer Root
Deer Velvet
Dragonhead
Dextrates
D-Ribose
Dextrose
Erodium cicutarium
Egg
Elk antler
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
Ephedrine
Egg protein
glucose
Ketone Salts
Milk Protein
peanut
Wheat

Other health conditions supported by Total Fat

Amenorrhea
Convalescence
Energy (lack of)
Fat Cravings
Memory and Brain Function

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