HOW MUCH FAT DO I NEED?

WOMEN:
The recommended intake of fat is 50 to 60 grams a day for moderately active women aged 18 to 54 years. This is based on 30 per cent of calories being derived from fat, a figure widely accepted as safe and achievable. Very active women, or those with a physically demanding job, can eat a little more fat - around 70 to 80 grams day.

MEN:
Most men should also aim for 70 to 80 grams if they have a sedentary job, or 80 to 100 grams if they do lots of physical activity.

WEIGHT CONTROL:
If you are overweight, keeping fat intake to only 40 to 50 grams a day is a sensible and easy way to shed excess body fat. Of course, you should also watch your overall food intake.