Tag: fat
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How the Sugar Industry Shifted Blame to Fat
At some point in time or another, we’ve all heard that a low-fat diet is the best way to prevent heart disease. For years, nutritionists and doctors promoted low-fat diets as the healthiest way to lose weight and prevent heart disease, but where did that idea come from? You may be surprised to learn that […]
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Food Portions: The #1 Factor That Makes You Fat
One phrase that has been neglected in the American food industry is “portion control.” The fast food industry has been very influential in this factor. Over the past decade there has been an increase in the sizes of the soft drinks, French fries, as well as the sandwiches at fast food restaurants. The popularity of […]