Fat is often labeled as the reason for obesity however it seems like there is sufficient proof that fat in itself does not cause weight gain. In 1977, the Senate Select Committee on Nutrition and Human Needs recommended a dietary guideline that limited fat intake to no more than 30% per day. According to statistics, the instances of obesity started to increase around the same time fat was villanized and low-fat products became more popular. Furthermore, similar studies claim that the "war" on fat led people to substitute butter and lard with processed low-fat food which are high in artificial flavoring and sugar.
More and more health enthusiasts are learning that not all fat is bad for the body. In fact, recently Dr. Jonny Bowden and Dr. Steven Masley, a nutrition experts, published their book entitled "Smart Fat," which details the benefits of consuming the right kind of fat to losing weight.
According to Bowden, Masley used to be one of the proponents of the Pritikin diet - a diet that allows absolutely no fat intake. He explained that Masley have seen firsthand what fat deprivation does to the body and according to him, it is not good.
He further explains that their "Smart Fat" diet plan has one basic principle - five portions of smart fat, five portions of clean proteins and 10 servings of fiber. He claims that most of the pitfalls of people who embrark on a high-fat, low-carb diet is not including enough fiber in their meal plan. According to the doctor, fiber helps in the weight loss process and it prevents diabetes and heart disease.
The doctor was quick to explain that more than diet there are many more factors that affect weight loss. However he seemed more than certain that his fat-laden diet is key to losing weight in the healthiest way.
"There's so many differences in hormones, genetics, environment, in compliance. The fact is when you eat this way you will lose as much weight that your body can possibly lose in a healthy way."
