Diet: full-fat foods 'better option' for weight loss
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Over the years we have adopted a sort of fear of full-fat foods but experts suggest it might be more beneficial to keep them in a diet to aid weight loss. But why does replacing these
products with a low-fat options create adverse effects? Expert nutritionist Tabitha Roth, revealed swapping the variations is a very common mistake made by dieters. And when it comes to
enjoying the summer months, she encouraged people wanting to lose weight or maintain their weight to stick to the full-fat choice as it's more likely the "better option".
Speaking to Wallpaper, she explained: "A common mistake is replacing full-fat products with low-fat products. "Low-fat products tend to be less flavourful, so often have higher
levels of sugar to improve their taste. READ MORE: DIET: EXPERT WARNS AGAINST COMMON MISTAKE She went on to say that a person wanting to lose weight should focus on their daily calorie
intake. "Whether you’re following a low-fat or a high-fat diet, if you’re in calorie excess, it’s still going to contribute to weight gain," she said. "Try to choose a diet
rich in plant-based foods (fruits, vegetables, legumes), fibre-rich carbohydrates, healthy fats and lean proteins to provide a balanced diet that promotes weight loss."