Despite all of the evidence to the contrary, and even a few big mainstream news releases, the majority of people today still buy into the outdated low-fat propaganda that was so prevalent in the 80's and 90's, believing that all dietary fat is "bad," and so-called "low-fat" or "lite" foods are better for you. In fact, not only are these mistaken beliefs untrue, but they may even be harming your health!
The truth is that most of these "light" or "fat-free" foods actually contain added sugars and carbs to replace the fat, which actually lead to faster aging, high blood sugar, weight gain, and overall poor health. On the other hand, healthy fats can actually help to slow the aging process, keep your blood sugar stable, and maintain a healthy hormonal balance among other benefits.
I've written a number of times about the importance of healthy dietary fats, how to choose good fats vs. bad fats, and why the low-fat myth is so harmful.
This week, we turn to one of my favorite health experts to get his take on two of the healthiest fats around - but they're not what you might think...
While you hear lots of news stories these days about healthy fats such as olive oil, nuts, avocados, and fish oil, these two fats are still all-too-often vilified in the media and misunderstood by most of our population even today.
The truth is that most of these "light" or "fat-free" foods actually contain added sugars and carbs to replace the fat, which actually lead to faster aging, high blood sugar, weight gain, and overall poor health. On the other hand, healthy fats can actually help to slow the aging process, keep your blood sugar stable, and maintain a healthy hormonal balance among other benefits.
I've written a number of times about the importance of healthy dietary fats, how to choose good fats vs. bad fats, and why the low-fat myth is so harmful.
This week, we turn to one of my favorite health experts to get his take on two of the healthiest fats around - but they're not what you might think...
While you hear lots of news stories these days about healthy fats such as olive oil, nuts, avocados, and fish oil, these two fats are still all-too-often vilified in the media and misunderstood by most of our population even today.
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