This document provides information about maintaining a healthy fat intake. It states that the average person consumes too much fat, which is linked to health problems like cancer. A majority of people can lower their fat intake through adjustments to shopping, cooking, and food preparation habits. Nutrition labels and information from food companies make it easier to control fat consumption and choose lower fat foods. The overall fat intake over weeks and months is more important than the fat content of individual meals. Younger, more active adults can have a slightly higher fat intake while older, less active individuals should aim for a lower fat intake.