The Fat That Can Make You Thin

Here's some good advice by Bruce Fife, MD, from his book, The Fat That Can Make You Thin:  Research has shown that those who get an adequate amount of fat in their diet generally eat less than those who try to reduce fat intake. The less you eat, the fewer calories you consume. Ingesting an adequate amount of fat in the diet is essential for effective and permanent weight loss.

When people become hungry soon after a meal, they tend to overeat at the next. One of the reasons why fat is necessary for successful weight loss is that it satisfies hunger, helps in reducing appetite and lowers overall food consumption. Fat slows the speed at which the stomach empties, so that you feel full longer. When you’re less hungry during the day, you’ll cut down on snacks and eat less at mealtime. As a result, you’ll consume fewer calories.

Even though fat contains more calories than either protein or carbohydrates, its effect on curbing appetite more than makes up for the extra calories it contains. 

Here’s another tip:

Stay away from FAT-FREE labels- fat-free does not mean healthy. When you see fat-free on a label, be assured that the company is trying to deceive you, so don't buy it. Most fat-free products are simply loaded with unbelievable amounts of sugar and chemicals to help enhance the taste. 

Instead choose: A salad dressing made with olive oil, or just use olive oil and lemon as your salad dressing. If you try it you might like it.

Comments

[Suzanne]

not only that, but it is unhealthy to have no fat in your diet. Saturated fats in particular boost immunity, aid digestion, aid calcium absorption, and extend the life of omega-3 fats.