Culinary Fats
High-quality culinary fats are essential for energy, cellular structure, hormone production, and the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
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Overview
Traditional culinary fats, whether plant or animal-derived, have been used for millennia for their stability, flavor, and nourishing properties.
Nutritional Highlights
Provide dense energy, essential fatty acids (Omega-3, 6, 9), and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), especially when sourced from pasture-raised animals or high-quality plant sources.
Therapeutic Properties
Support brain and neurological health, provide the building blocks for healthy hormone synthesis, and ensure structural integrity of every cell membrane in the body.
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