6. Fats should be avoided.
There are different categories of fats—polyunsaturated, saturated, and unsaturated fats are just a few. Nutritional experts often debate the benefits and dangers of fat consumption, so there is not always a clear consensus, but they do agree that eliminating fat from your diet deprives your body of something it actually needs.
Polyunsaturated fats can be found in avocados, nuts, fish, and vegetable oils. These fats help lower your cholesterol, and since the human body doesn’t produce these types of fats on its own, it’s essential that you integrate them into each meal.
Saturated fats are the worst of the worst; they’ll instantly add pounds, not subtract. Nutritionists recommend that your daily intake of these shouldn’t exceed 10 percent, while unsaturated fats are associated with positive results.
All fats should be taken in moderation, but to willfully choose the fat-free option is doing your body a great disservice. You’re missing out on essential nutrients and possibly stifling the improvement of your health.
