Low Fat Fallacy

 Low Fat Fallacy

My guess is that we all know that obesity is on the rise. It is coming to us from every angle. Isn't it amazing that we have the largest range of low fat foods available but we keep getting fat?

Would anyone get up and say, "It didn't work out?"

In the 70's and 80's we were told that fat was the enemy, and carbohydrates were good. The USDA Health Food Pyramid had carbs (6-11 servings per day). However, there was little mention of the quality of these carbohydrates.

Manufacturers were quick to respond, and began offering "Low Fat", "Fat Free", and "Light" versions of various food products. These are usually the biggest sellers, and have resulted in a lot of clever marketing tricks - in fact blaming consumers, and finding the "fat free" option. Nothing.

Milk - Is All Milk Really Bad?

Most of our modern milk undergoes homogenization. This process forces the fat globes into atomizers (ie tiny holes) that will form tiny particles. These particles then spread evenly throughout the milk, giving the milk a uniform shape. Most of our low fat, trim, super trim milk is produced using this process.

However, recent research has shown that the process of homogenization undergoes structural changes. In unpasteurized milk, an enzyme called xanthine oxidase passes through the digestive system, and is secreted by the intestines. The homogenization process allows this yeast to enter the bloodstream.

Some researchers are saying that the enzyme attacks our heart and arteries, which raises cholesterol levels!

 Low Fat Fallacy

Low fat doesn't work

Evidence from the last twenty years is showing us that choosing a low-fat diet alone is not helping us lose weight. In fact, we need to question, the processes that continue to make certain foods "low fat".

Many people blame good weight carbohydrates (white flour, sugar) for affecting our weight problem.

Why are we so fat?

More and more evidence is showing that we eat an excessive amount of , and exercise insufficient . Our lifestyles are very blasphemous, and the portion size has increased. The US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) concludes that "we eat a lot - much more than we used to, and most of the increase comes from better carbohydrates (sugar)."

In the 1970s, the average person ate 136 pounds of flour and grain products each year, and now it is up to 200 pounds. This increase comes from almost all processed, white flour, high sugar foods. Also, everything is kept in extreme size. For example: 1955 McDonald's French fries - 2.4 ounces, 210 calories. 2004 Super Size Fries - 7 ounces, 610 calories.

 Low Fat Fallacy

What is the answer?

Don't hang on to the complex proportions of nutrients you are told by the latest food book. You need to find out what works for you and your body. It is a trial and error. Start with a diet, then work on it until you know what is best for you and your health.

Try to eat whole unprocessed foods as much as possible, and eat a little more to regulate your energy levels. Easily access all refined foods - it's hard - because wherever you go - most food is made from cheap refined flour and base products.

Also, try to spread your legs more often.