How to use proper diet food to lose weight?
July 14, 2006 (Press Release) --
The Fat-Free Facts
Reduced-fat products have been around since the '80s and are still ultrapopular weight loss foods. Sales topped $35 billion in 2005, dwarfing the performance of all other categories, such as low carb, says ACNielsen.
The Science
Research suggests that a low-fat diet may not do the trick when it comes to weight loss. A recent Harvard Medical School study found that those on a low-fat (20% of calories) diet actually gained 6 pounds, while those on a moderate-fat (35%) diet lost 9 over 18 months.
Use Them
If you're a big eater who needs voluminous portions to feel satisfied. "Because some of the fat-free salad dressings, for example, are lower in calories, you can put a little on a huge amount of vegetables and eat a lot for very few calories," explains Bauer. "The same holds true for fat-free cheese—I encourage clients to go for a sharp Cheddar, which still has a strong taste."
Dairy products such as milk and cheese are high in saturated fat, so 1% or fat-free versions are also a great way to get needed calcium and protein. The catch to this category: Some fat-free salad dressings have added sugar, so check the label (2 tablespoons of fat-free Italian, for example, contain 15 calories, while 2 tablespoons of a honey Dijon have 50).
Source: http://health.msn.com/centers
Reduced-fat products have been around since the '80s and are still ultrapopular weight loss foods. Sales topped $35 billion in 2005, dwarfing the performance of all other categories, such as low carb, says ACNielsen.
The Science
Research suggests that a low-fat diet may not do the trick when it comes to weight loss. A recent Harvard Medical School study found that those on a low-fat (20% of calories) diet actually gained 6 pounds, while those on a moderate-fat (35%) diet lost 9 over 18 months.
Use Them
If you're a big eater who needs voluminous portions to feel satisfied. "Because some of the fat-free salad dressings, for example, are lower in calories, you can put a little on a huge amount of vegetables and eat a lot for very few calories," explains Bauer. "The same holds true for fat-free cheese—I encourage clients to go for a sharp Cheddar, which still has a strong taste."
Dairy products such as milk and cheese are high in saturated fat, so 1% or fat-free versions are also a great way to get needed calcium and protein. The catch to this category: Some fat-free salad dressings have added sugar, so check the label (2 tablespoons of fat-free Italian, for example, contain 15 calories, while 2 tablespoons of a honey Dijon have 50).
Source: http://health.msn.com/centers
Email
Print
SPAM
LEAVE A COMMENT
