Low-fat Diets

Low-fat diets have been popular for decades and sought-after by many people. A low-fat diet comprises limiting your fat consumption to 30% of your daily calories.

Low-fat diets limit fat consumption because fat contains around twice as many calories per gram as the other two macronutrients, protein and carbohydrates. There are some ultra-low-fat diets that have less than 10% fat calories, with carbohydrates accounting for about 80% of calories and protein accounting for 10%. The majority of ultra-low-fat diets are plant-based, with meat and animal foods being limited. Ultra-low-fat diets have been demonstrated to be effective, particularly in obese persons. An 8-week study of 56 people indicated that consuming a 7 - 14 percent fat diet resulted in an average weight loss of 14.8 pounds (6.7 kg).