Low Fat Diets

Question: What are the best websites for info on low fat diets? When I search for "diet" anything I get a ton of results and feel overwhelmed. Which websites are the best for this sort of info? Sadly, I know almost nothing about eating healthy so I'm looking for possibly a meal plan and recipes. Anything that could help really. I'm trying to get toned and was told that I need a low fat diet.

Answer: low fat diets don't necessarily work you lose the weight while you're on the diet but once you go back to eating the way you did before you'll gain it back again it's easier and better to make habit of eating healthy and eating less sodium and trans fats and meeting the food guide requirements and also exercising

Question: We've all heard about low carb, high protein, low cholesteral and low fat diets! But what role do they play in We've all heard about low carb, high protein, low cholesteral and low fat diets! But what role do they play in the body? Let's start at the basic level: What is the significance of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to the functioning of a body cell?

Answer: basically carbs produce quick energy (good before a workout), but doesn't fill you up, causing you to eat more later. fats store lost of energy, so they are necessary but still not good in large amounts. proteins store lots of energy, but last longer.

Question: When will people become aware that we should eat saturated fat and EPA/DHA ricj dites NOT low fat diets? for cardio protective effects? When will they see how dangerous low fat diets are?

Answer: When? When we invent a time machine to go back in time to when we needed high fat diets to sustain life. Good fats will always be good fats (and needed), but low fat diets are essential for most people because of lack of exorcise.

Question: How have low-fat diets affected the fast food industry? McDonalds, Wendy's, and Burger King all are high in fat and everyone knows it. But the question is has it affected the sales of their food?

Answer: Well...there are still tons of people who eat high-fat fast food. None of those companies you mentioned are going out of business anytime soon... ...however, the trend toward healthier eating has forced fast-food companies to accomodate these customers. McDonalds has rolled out premium salads. Wendys allows people to substitute side salads or a baked potato instead of french fries in value meals. Sales aren't down by all that much. People still jam the drive-thrus at lunch hour. But now, the healthier eaters at least have an option or two...the lesser of the evils.

Question: What are the differences between the effects of low calorie, low carb, and low fat diets? My teacher told us to look into it because we will be doing an activity related to this next week. Thank you!

Answer: Each of them 3 diets are different. Each one of them have different effects on different people.. it dont matter how many calories u eat in a day, its as long as u dont get alot of carbs and too much of the bad fats that cause weight gain. for you height, weight, age and activity level there are different amounts of carbs, protein, fat and calories you should eat.. so really each of those diets depends on who the person is.

Question: What is the difference btwn low carbs, low calories and low fat diets? Which should you look out for most when dieting?

Answer: I am adamantly opposed to low calorie dieting because most people lose a good portion of lean tissue (including vital organs like the heart) along with fat stores. There is no nutrition in fat stores, only energy. Most people get impatient and lower their calories and increase their exercise to a point where they lose so much lean tissue that when they return to what was maintenance level eating they are now accumulating more fat stores because their caloric needs have dropped due to the loss of this tissue as well as their metabolism slowing down to work more efficiently on fewer calories & it becomes a vicious cycle of dieting and more loss (including vital organs like the heart). This stress to the vital organs cannot be healthy. You can lose more body fat eating protein & fat (don't eat protein alone) than not eating AT ALL. To lose weight fast, eat all you want, but nothing but meat, eggs, healthy oils, mayo, butter & half an avocado a day (for added potassium). Keep the calories high & the fat percentage high, at least 65% of calories. Green vegetables & some cheese will continue weight loss but at a slower pace. The first 2 weeks eat several cups a day of (mostly) lettuce & celery, cucumbers, radishes, mushrooms, peppers & more variety of vegetables thereafter - add 5 grams per day additional every week (20 grams day first 2 weeks, 25grams 3rd week, 30grams 4th week etc) til you gain weight, then subtract 10grams. That will be your personal carb level (everyone is different & depends on how active you are.) Start with meat, fats & salads for 2 weeks and then slowly add in more green veg, wk4 fresh cheeses, wk5 nuts & seeds, wk6 berries, wk7 legumes, wk8 other fruits, wk9 starchy veg, wk10 whole grains. You will learn how your body reacts to different foods. The first week is just water weight but fat is lost thereafter if you keep your calories high enough. Otherwise the body will strip it's own lean tissue for nutrition. Although that may look great on a scale it will make it MUCH easier to accumulate fat in the future (since all that pesky lean tissue burning up calories will be gone). The body won't release fat stores if you lower calories below what it needs. It will slow metabolism to compensate & store every spare ounce as fat. If you continue lowering calories, it will continue lowering the set point, til it can survive off nothing & store fat on anything. The body will only release it's fat stores if it knows there is plenty of nutritious food. Eating carbs while trying to lose body fat is terribly inefficient. When in glycolysis (burning glucose as fuel) you have to lower your calories (which slows your metabolism) & exercise heavily to deplete your glycogen stores before burning body fat. The core of Atkins program is converting the body from glycolysis (burning glucose as fuel) to ketosis (burning fat as fuel). Dietary fat levels need to be at >65% of total calories, if not, the body will still remain in glycolysis by converting 58% of excess protein into glucose (via gluconeogenesis). It takes minimum of 3 days to convert a body to ketosis, (but only one bite to convert back to glycolysis). People feel sluggish the first week but most feel better than ever thereafter. Simple carbohydrates (sugar, flour, bread, cereal, pasta, potatoes, rice) trigger the fat storage hormone insulin. The more protein the more the fat burning hormone glucagon is released. Simple carbs are addictive & can be disastrous to health. The best way to break the addiction is NO carbs for 3 days. Make a huge batch of deviled eggs, eat one every time you want "something" - have huge omelets with bacon, sausage, peppers, mushrooms & cheese. Pork chops smothered with peppers, mushrooms & cheese - pork rinds & dip or tuna/chicken/turkey/egg salad - steaks - a huge sugar free cheese cake. Eat so much you won't feel deprived of anything. By the 4th day, the addiction will be gone & you can start making healthy choices. High insulin levels promote inflammation, weight gain, hunger & unbalance other hormones. Controlling insulin levels will balance out other hormones & allow human growth hormone (HGH) to be produced naturally so lean muscle will be gained even without exercise. Ground flax seed (2 Tbsp) 1/4 cup water, artificial sweetener, mix in a raw egg - let sit 10 min. to absorb liquid, put some cream cheese in the middle & nuke 2 min for daily fiber needs. As long as you have <9grams carbs per hour, you will maintain insulin control & shouldn't gain weight, no matter the calories because insulin, the fat storage hormone is not activated. Many people gain weight on high carb, do low carb to lose weight & then are shocked when they return to high carb & gain weight. Many people can return to moderate carb levels but very few can really eat all they want of sugar & maintain weight or health.

Question: How does low-fat diets reduce the risk of Cancer?

Answer: High levels of oxidants from any source may act as a cancer promoter. Oxidants (or free radicals) are produced routinely by the body. Dietary fat and environmental pollutants can increase exposure and damage. But researchers also have reported dietary anti-oxidants, such as fruits and vegetables which are found in greater amounts in low-fat and low-calorie diets, have protective effects. The process of oxidation in the human body damages cell membranes and other structures including cellular proteins, lipids and DNA. When oxygen is metabolised, it creates ‘free radicals’ which steal electrons from other molecules, causing damage. The body can cope with some free radicals and needs them to function effectively. However, an overload of free radicals has been linked to certain diseases, including heart disease, liver disease and some cancers. Oxidation can be accelerated by stress, cigarette smoking, alcohol, sunlight, pollution and other factors. Antioxidants are found in certain foods that neutralise free radicals. These include the nutrient antioxidants, vitamins A, C and E, and the minerals copper, zinc and selenium. Other dietary food compounds, such as the phytochemicals in plants and zoochemicals from animal products, are believed to have greater antioxidant effects than either vitamins or minerals. These are called the non-nutrient antioxidants and include phytochemicals, such as lycopenes in tomatoes, and anthocyanins found in cranberries. Some of the degenerative conditions caused by free radicals include: Deterioration of the eye lens, which contributes to blindness. Inflammation of the joints (arthritis). Damage to nerve cells in the brain, which contributes to conditions such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s disease. Acceleration of the ageing process. Increased risk of coronary heart disease, since free radicals encourage low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol to adhere to artery walls. Certain cancers, triggered by damaged cell DNA. The disease-fighting antioxidants A diet high in antioxidants may reduce the risk of many diseases, including heart disease and certain cancers. Antioxidants scavenge the free radicals from the body cells, and prevent or reduce the damage caused by oxidation. The protective effect of antioxidants continues to be studied around the world. For instance, men who eat plenty of the antioxidant lycopene (found in tomatoes) may be less likely than other men to develop prostate cancer. Lutein, found in spinach and corn, has been linked to a lower incidence of eye lens degeneration and associated blindness in the elderly. Flavonoids, such as the tea catechins found in green tea, are believed to contribute to the low rates of heart disease in Japan.

Question: Are You Aware That Very High Carbohydrate Low Fat Diets Are One Of The MOST HEALTH DAMAGING Things You Could? Are you aware that following the nonsense advice orthodoxy recommends- a very high carbohydrate low fat diet is one of the MOST HEALTH DAMAGING things you could do. You also get NO NUTRIENT ABSORPTION without the healthy saturated fat IF NOT LOOK INTO ANTHONY COLPO http://www.google.com

Answer: Are YOU aware that you've either neither read the community guidelines or don't care. Another rant without proof.

Question: Low fat and low calorie diets? Can someone explain to me how a low fat diet or a low calorie diet can both help you lose weight but most low fat foods are high calorie and visa versa? I eat a low fat diet.

Answer: Fat is just one source of calories. You get calories from carbs (sugar, grains, etc) and from fat (good fats and bad fats) and from protein (meat, fish, nuts) and from alcohol. If a food is low fat, it is often higher in carbs. Something that's had fat removed, like low fat yogurt or ice cream, often has sugar added to retain the taste. Something that is low-fat will not necessarily have less calories. It will simply have calories from a different source. Low Calorie intake is the ONLY way to lose weight. If you eat all low-fat foods and still eat the same number of calories, you won't lose weight. You MUST eat less calories than you expend in order for your body to use up the energy stored in your body fat. Hope that helps!

Question: Why do some people need low carb, high protein/fat diets while others need high carb low fat? I just learned that one of my earliest family traditions is the following breakfast: 2 eggs whole wheat toast + butter whole milk grapefruit juice Our family line is hypoglycemic and seems to "crash" on simple carbs. My Grandpa made this breakfast every morning. According to him, he needed to do it to simply survive his day. He would also eat Bacon every morning.

Answer: Some people are predisposed to blood sugar & insulin dysfunctions. Most people who ingest large quantities of simple carbs over a long time period create blood sugar & insulin dysfunctions. Type II diabetes was called Adult onset diabetes just 20 years ago but now there is an epidemic of obese infants, obese children and type II diabetes in children. Type II diabetes is a progressive disorder. Most people first have hypoglycemia, insulin sensitivity, then insulin resistance before a full blown diagnosis of type II diabetes. A sign of blood sugar & insulin dysfunctions is usually inappropriate appetites and weight gain, obesity is a symptom of blood sugar & insulin dysfunctions, not necessarily vice versa. The Diet Delusion, (published as Good Calories, Bad Calories: Challenging the Conventional Wisdom on Diet, Weight Control, and Disease in America) is a book written by Gary Taubes exploring the consequences of a modern diet, and in particular, the amounts of fat and carbohydrate that we consume. His main points are: 1. Dietary fat, whether saturated or not, is not a cause of obesity, heart disease, or any other chronic disease of civilization. 2. The problem is the carbohydrates in the diet, their effect on insulin secretion, and thus the hormonal regulation of homeostasis - the entire harmonic ensemble of the human body. The more easily digestible and refined the carbohydrates, the greater the effect on our health, weight, and well-being 3. Sugars - sucrose and high-fructose corn syrup specifically - are particularly harmful, probably because the combination of fructose and glucose simultaneously elevates insulin levels while overloading the liver with carbohydrates. 4. Through their direct effects on insulin and blood sugar, refined carbohydrates, starches and sugars are the dietary cause of coronary heart disease and diabetes. They are the most likely dietary causes of cancer, Alzheimer's disease and other chronic diseases of civilization. 5. Obesity is a disorder of excess fat accumulation, not overeating, and not sedentary behaviour. 6. Consuming excess calories does not cause us to grow fatter, any more than it causes a child to grow taller. Using more energy than we consume does not lead to long-term weight loss, it leads to hunger. 7. Fattening and obesity are caused by an imbalance - a disequilibrium - in the hormonal regulation of adipose tissue and fat metabolism. Fat synthesis and storage exceed the mobilization of fat from the adipose tissue and its subsequent oxidation. We become leaner when the hormonal regulation of the fat tissue reverses this balance. 8. Insulin is the primary regulator of fat storage. When insulin levels are elevated - either chronically or after a meal - we accumulate fat in our fat tissue. When insulin levels fall, we release fat from our fat tissue and use it for fuel. 9. By stimulating insulin secretion, carbohydrates make us fat and ultimately cause obesity. The fewer carbohydrates we consume, the leaner we will be. 10. By driving fat accumulation, carbohydrates also increase hunger and decrease the amount of energy we expend in metabolism and physical activity.

Question: why is a low-fat diets so important to my health?

Answer: They're only important cos so many people are getting too much fat in their diets. This can clog your arteries and lead to heart disease and stroke. Cutting out things like cream and pastries can make such a difference to your health cos they're so loaded with bad fats. We do all need some fats however, the healthy ones found in nuts and avocados and stuff like that.

Question: Low fat diets and mono vs sat fat? I am going on a diet and I have a question about low fat diets. Is a low fat diet a reduction or almost complete elimination in the bad fats 'saturated fat' and 'trans fat'. Or is it a reduction in all fats, including the good fats 'monounsaturated fat' and 'polyunsaturated fat' -_- 1st 3 answers all spam :'(

Answer: Your body needs fat to survive. Just cut out the bad fats and limit the good fats.

Question: low fat diets, can you just disregard carbs? because the last thing I need is one more thing to worry about! and after all it was only in the last 5-10 years really that carbs have been mentioned in the context of dieting, before that everyone was just talking about low fat and low calorie. if your on a low-fat and low-calorie diet, can you just forget about the amount of carbs in things?

Answer: I would just concentrate on eating the "good carbs" - whole grain breads and pastas for starters.

Question: Are You Aware That Long Duration "Cardio" And Low Fat Diets Set You Up For Coronary Heart Disease? Long duration excercise and low fat diets actually set you up for this disease SPRITNING FOR 70 METERS WEIGHTLIFTING and moderate to rich diet in saturated fat and omega 3's are the way to help prevent this disease along with strict monitoring of fasting blood sugar levels and severe stress lowering Are you aware of this????

Answer: Look up DR AL SEARS for the excercise LOOK UP ANTHONY COLPO DR UFFE RAVNSKOV DR MALCOM KENDIRCK AND DR KILMER MCCULLY FOR THE ANTI CHOLESTEROL FRAUD http://www.ravnskov.nu/cholesterol.htm http://www.thegreatcholesterolcon.com http://www.lowcarbmuscle.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162 - PARTICULARLY important http://www.THINCS.org

Question: are low fat diets good? are low fat diets good for your body or healthy at all? if so, how? if not, how? also, what are some low fat foods?

Answer: YEA, they help you from diabetes and stuff.

Question: Has anyone lost weight on a low fat diet? I have tried very low calorie diets and low carb diets to no avail. A few days ago I cut out all the fat and I think I am starting to lose weight. Maybe some people are just sensitive to fat and tend to store it instead of burning it off?

Answer: How many times do we hear from some overweight people that "they have tried everything" to lose weight but nothing works? Yet these people have *never* tried missing a meal every so often or at least reducing their portions or giving up sugar and fattening foods,.,. Losing weight is simplicity itself: EAT LESS or burn more. Do you do much moving about? No? then try eating ONE carrot today. I GUARANTEE you won't die if you try! lol.