Fats, or 'lipids' are like raw chicken fat, a greasy, yellowish substance that is translucent. At room temperature, fats that are liquids are often referred to as oil. In the body, they are stored in special cells named 'adipose' cells, which are located under the skin and near the vital organs of the body, where it serves to cushion the organs and bones and to provide insulation from the cold. Fat cells are everywhere in …showed first 75 words of 568 total…

…showed last 75 words of 568 total…energy being used. In conclusion, I believe fat is a very useful nutrient if you have the right amount. With the exception of eating too much, fat is healthy. Fat gives you more energy and helps you concentrate. It insulates you from the cold. Yet if you do eat too many fatty foods, they will stick to your organs and make you obese. You can even develop heart troubles if you do eat too much.