The Bad Wrap Of Fat
Fat has been given a bad reputation.The truth is that fat doesn’t make you fat, carbs do!What does this mean to you?It means that
eating “low fat” labeled foods will still pack weight on you just the same as the regular version of that food.This is hard to comprehend since we tend to base losing weight on decreasing our caloric intake.This is a half truth. This is why a natural detox and weight loss program is the best option. Natural detox weight loss diets are natural and don’t solely rely on caloric reduction.
Eating low fat is actually bad for you because fat helps to lower the absorption of sugar into the blood, decreasing your insulin response (which causes weight gain).Most fat free or low fat diet foods are packed full of artificial sweetners such as aspartame, splenda,etc.. Your body has no clue what to do with these and they can cause hunger cravings.The body will take these toxins and store them in fat cells making it even harder to lose weight.Numerous health conditions, signs and symptoms can be caused by using artificial sweeteners including neurological and degenerative diseases.
Our body uses fats for a variety of functions.A major portion of our brains are made of fat. There is a fat layer that surrounds your nerves called myelin and if you start to lose it, neurodegenerative diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis will occur.
The cells need fats for healthy function because they help keep the cell membrane fluid so that nutrients and wastes can pass in and out of the cell.
Finally, your glands need fats for balanced hormone production.
Why we need fats:
- Insulate and give your organs padding for protection.
- Holds and moves fat-soluble vitamins (A,D,E,K) throught the body.
- assist in mineral absorption (this is why low fat diets cause osteoporosis)
- helps to mobilize and move fat ( eating fat will actually cause you to lose fat)
- controls your blood sugar by slowing the absorption rate of carbs
- Fat is a bigger molecule therefore when consumed, it reduces your hunger signals making you feel more full.
Be sure that you are eating healthy fats and not transfats, vegetable fats, or saturated fats.
Good Fats:
- Omega 3 fats are found in cold water fish such as sardines, salmon, tuna, and krill.
- Other sources include naturally raised grass and vegetable fed animals, almonds, walnuts,avocados, pumpkin seeds, extra virgin olive oil, coconut and coconut oil.
Consuming healthy fats are a key component in any natural weight loss detox program or any diet program for that matter. Be sure that you add it to your diet today.
Dr Charles Livingston is a structure/function doctor who specializes in advanced nutrition, detoxification and weight loss. He is also the author and creator of http://www.greenlifeweightloss.com which teaches healthy “green” principles for shedding weight fast and naturally.
