Eating Fat Makes You Slim
Debunking the low-fat blunder
This is article #2 in the mini-series of three inspired by three excellent Medium stories by Debra G. Harman, MEd., MEd., Maria Rattray, and Brenda Reeves, linked below.
If you missed article #1 of this series, I suggest you read it before proceeding with this one. It sets the context for the entire series and explains why, contrary to popular beliefs, there is no such thing as a “healthy snack.”
This article explains, among other things, why, contrary to popular beliefs, eating fat makes you slim, while reduced-fat foods make you fat, and what the real culprit is.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and it is not medical advice. If you decide to use this information consult your healthcare provider.
Blood sugar response patterns
As described in article #1 , to get or stay slim, you should keep the insulin level low most of the time.
When we eat something, the insulin level rises in response to elevated blood sugar. How much it rises depends on the blood sugar response, which, in turn, depends on the proportion of carbs, proteins, and fats in our food.
