Fat is an essential macronutrient, helps in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, provides energy, cushions organs with fat storage, and serves as insulation. Fat is a key component of a healthy diet.
What is Fat Deficiency?
Let’s take a closer look at some of the signs that you may not be getting enough fat in your diet
Hair loss
Lack of necessary fat can change the texture of your hair and increase your risk of hair loss.
Skin problems
Skin is the organ that is most affected by lack of fat. Dermatitis is usually linked to scaly or dry rashes on the skin in addition to having a higher possibility of becoming inflamed and swollen skin.
Low immunity
Your body isn't absorbing enough nutrients even though you're eating them, which lowers your immune system because a lack of fat signals malabsorption.
Fatigue
Your body isn't absorbing enough nutrients even though you're eating them, which lowers your immune system because a lack of fat signals malabsorption.
Hormone issues
Your body isn't absorbing enough nutrients even though you're eating them, which lowers your immune system because a lack of fat signals malabsorption.
For your body to function best you should stick to a balanced diet that includes proper quantities of all meals instead of switching between extreme low-fat and high-fat diets.