The standard low-fat diet recommended by health authorities contains less than 30% of daily calories from fat.
Very low-fat diets generally provide 10–15% (or less) of total calories from fat.สมัคร UFABET
Additionally, many health guidelines recommend that the daily calorie contribution of saturated fat should not exceed 7–10%.
Most studies investigating low-fat diets seem to follow these definitions.
Are Low-Fat Diets Good For Weight Loss?
Low-fat diets are often recommended for people who need to lose weight.
The main reason behind this recommendation is that. Fat provides a greater number of calories per gram compared to the other major nutrients, protein and carbs.
Fat provides roughly 9 calories per gram, whereas protein and carbs provide only 4 calories per gram.
Studies show that people who reduce their calorie intake by eating less fat lose weight. Although the weight loss is small, on average, it is considered relevant for health.
But how effective is a low-fat diet compared to a low-carb diet?
The low-fat diet generally provides less than 30% of total calories from fat. Whereas very low-fat diets provide less than 10–15%.
So are low-fat diets truly effective at preventing heart disease or promoting weight loss? This article sums up the evidence.