Saturday, April 18, 2015

How a Low-Fat Diet Sabotages Weight Loss

Researchers have known for a while that no-fat and low-fat foods aren’t necessarily healthier than their full-fat counterparts, but the established belief was that they didn't cost you as many calories to eat. In truth, though, no- and low-fat versions come with their own issues. To make up for the taste left out along with the fat, food manufacturers often add sugar, which has been linked to a whole host of health problems. 

Still, calories tend to win for dieters, so when trying to trim your waist, most of us are tempted to reach for the zero percent yogurt over full-fat versions. But now, scientists are discovering that these swaps may actually encourage you to gain weight.

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