Saturated, monounsaturated and trans fats all occur naturally in food. To the naked eye, these fats all look the same. At room temperature, however, unsaturated fats are liquid (oil, for example), whereas saturated and trans fats are solid (butter, for example). Also, in the way that these fats affect the body, they could not be more different from one another.

They say you are what you eat, but that isn’t limited to types of food. Ill-prepared foods are prime hosts for bacteria, viruses and parasites. In other words, eating bacteria-infested food means increasing your risk of foodborne illnesses. To avoid the stomach gurgles, here are five things to know about caring for the food that takes care of you.

With community needs rising as a result of the pandemic, Inspira IMPACT’s Family Success Centers are a valuable community resource providing support for families in need. They offer an array of free services ranging from legal and housing assistance to parenting and financial courses to obtaining household items and food. We talked to Brenda Smaniotto, Administrative Director of Inspira’s IMPACT Program, to learn more about the Family Success Centers and how they have been able to service the community during the pandemic.