Nourishing Fats

Nourishing Fats
Why We Need Animal Fats for Health and Happiness
By Sally Fallon Morell

A compelling case for the return of healthy fats to the modern diet.

In Nourishing Fats, bestselling author Sally Fallon Morell explores the role of fats—particularly animal fats—in supporting long-term health, vitality, and wellbeing.

Challenging decades of low-fat dietary messaging, this book draws on both traditional food wisdom and emerging nutritional perspectives to reframe how we understand fats.

Inside this book, you’ll discover:

• Why fats are essential for:
– Hormonal balance
– Brain function and mental wellbeing
– Energy and overall vitality

• Insights into how dietary fats may support:
– Fertility and reproductive health
– Mood and emotional balance
– Chronic health conditions

Key principles explored include:

• The role of animal fats in traditional diets
• The difference between natural fats and processed fats
• How modern diets have shifted away from nutrient-dense fat sources
• The importance of whole, traditional food preparation

Practical guidance includes:

• Simple ways to incorporate healthy fats into everyday meals
• Reintroducing foods such as:
– Butter
– Egg yolks
– Broths and traditional fats

What makes this book special:

• Challenges conventional thinking around fat and health
• Rooted in traditional dietary practices across cultures
• Combines nutrition, history, and practical advice
• A companion to Nourishing Traditions and Nourishing Broth

At its heart, this book offers:
A return to nourishing, whole-food wisdom—encouraging a more balanced and satisfying way of eating.

Perfect for:

• Readers exploring ancestral and traditional nutrition
• Those questioning low-fat diet trends
• Home cooks wanting to incorporate nutrient-dense foods
• Anyone seeking a more grounded, sustainable approach to health

Product Details

• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 342
• Dimensions: 25.2 x 19.2 x 2.0 cm