How much fat is too much??
Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2008 2:11 pm
Hi Jeff:
I have a concern for you. I just finished reading "The McDougall Program 12 Days to Dynamic Health."
What a wonderful book. I am convinced by Sam and Sally Waterman, that the McDougall diet is the way to go. (I have previously been on South Beach, WW Core and Eat to Live.)
What I am wondering, however, is in regard to the fact that there is basically no fat on this program. Don't certain vitamins like A, D, E, and K need fats as a macronutrient to help with absorption? I love nuts and avacados and was somewhat dismayed to find that Dr. McDougall only allows very small portions. Same with tofu....he states that it is to fattening to be a regular part of the program.
Also, don't you need fat for healthy nervous system function? And glossy hair and smooth skin? I am just wondering if I am being an alarmist. Obviously many people on this plan are healthier than they have ever been, so fat must not be as critical as I think.
Can you please offer some help where fats are concerned? I'm confused. Also, I wanted to mention that since starting the McDougall program, I feel better mentally. I was on WW Core and probably wasn't getting enough carbohydrates. Since I have upped the amount, my mood has improved. I'm sure there is a link!
Thanks much.
I have a concern for you. I just finished reading "The McDougall Program 12 Days to Dynamic Health."
What a wonderful book. I am convinced by Sam and Sally Waterman, that the McDougall diet is the way to go. (I have previously been on South Beach, WW Core and Eat to Live.)
What I am wondering, however, is in regard to the fact that there is basically no fat on this program. Don't certain vitamins like A, D, E, and K need fats as a macronutrient to help with absorption? I love nuts and avacados and was somewhat dismayed to find that Dr. McDougall only allows very small portions. Same with tofu....he states that it is to fattening to be a regular part of the program.
Also, don't you need fat for healthy nervous system function? And glossy hair and smooth skin? I am just wondering if I am being an alarmist. Obviously many people on this plan are healthier than they have ever been, so fat must not be as critical as I think.
Can you please offer some help where fats are concerned? I'm confused. Also, I wanted to mention that since starting the McDougall program, I feel better mentally. I was on WW Core and probably wasn't getting enough carbohydrates. Since I have upped the amount, my mood has improved. I'm sure there is a link!
Thanks much.