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Cutting the Fat
Too much fat increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. It can also lead to unhealthy weight gain. Most of us eat more fat than we need.
Some of the main sources of fat in our diets are:
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fats used in cooking
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fats added to foods, such as butter or margarine, sour cream, mayonnaise, salad dressings and gravy
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cheese
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fatty meats (hamburger, many steaks and chops, ribs, bacon, hot dogs, sausage, and many lunch meats)
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whole milk
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cakes, cookies, pies
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crackers, chips, and other snack foods
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fried foods
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most fast foods
Some ways to reduce fat are:
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Limit fatty foods mentioned to the left.
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Choose poultry without skin, fish and lean meat. The leanest cuts of meat have "round" or "loin" in the description. Trim visible fat.
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Choose dairy foods that are labeled low-fat or fat-free.
Eating out tips:
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Don't "super-size."
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Choose grilled foods instead of fried.
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Order items without special sauces, mayonnaise or gravy.
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Choose fruit or a green salad instead of fries.
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Order salad dressing "on the side" so you can limit the amount you use.
Adapted from Eating Smart, Being Active
