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Originally Posted by EeyoreButterfly  Why is fat demonized? Because numerous studies have shown that people who eat diets that are lower in fat (not no-fat) are healthier and live longer lives and are less likely to be overweight. As noted above, fat provides 9 calories per gram, more than any other source of calories in food. Higher fat diets are also higher calorie.
Note that none of the links above said get rid of saturated fat, it said limit it to 10% or less of your calories. As noted above, your body needs fat to maintain health. Like everything, it is about balance. Get the right amount of the right kinds. |
Generalisation is a dangerous sport. I have increased my fat and protein intake and drastically reduced carbs over the last 18 months.
as you can see in my .sig i have lipid readings that are stunningly excellent.
i trust my doctor. but only after i have argued with him. if he didn't allow me to argue - i would fire him. if he didn't change his mind after i have argued with him - i would fire him. i do not trust the XYZ diabetes association, because they speak in glib generalisations.
-- Joel.
