High Fat Diets: Myths vs Facts

Myth: The USDA and all other major health organizations recommend a diet low in saturated fat and total fat, and higher in "whole grains", so clearly this is the best way to prevent obesity and heart disease.

Fact: There is no real scientific evidence to back up the claims of the USDA. Research shows that fats are essential to your health, and carbs (even whole grains) are the culprits behind fat production in your body.

Myth: A high fat diet is bad for your health and leads to triglyceride/plaque formation and heart disease.

Fact: Many studies have shown that it is actually a high carb diet that leads to triglyceride formation. In fact, 30% of the fructose consumed is turned into vLDL and thus triglycerides.

That's right, the deadly triglycerides come from vLDL, which is produced in your liver when carbs are ingested.

Myth: Saturated fats are bad for your health.

Fact: Saturated fats are actually linked to many benefits including a boosted immune system, healthier brain/liver/heart/lung function, and stronger bones. Look up the benefits of coconut oil.

Myth: Since omega-3 and omega-6 are essential fatty acids, it's good to consume as much as possible.

Fact: O-3 and o-6 play a significant role in your health, but too much o-6 actually blocks o-3 from working. Most polyunsaturated fats are unsafe for this reason: they contain way too much omega-6.

The wrong ratio of o6:o3 leads to many complications including obesity and heart disease. Throw out the vegetable oils.