how low-fat is low-fat for a low-fat diet?

ChavayJakov · June 2011

Gaining too much weight too quickly - was overweight to begin with. The weight gain can be attributed mostly to the 2 week lack of exercise (bad M/S & vertigo). I mentioned to my OB that I am experiencing the same discomfort in the same location as I had 10 years ago (which led to a gallbladder removal). His basic suggestion was to go on a "very low fat" diet (not to loose weight, you understand).

I've been evaluating my pregnancy eating habits, and to be honest there was not a whole lot of routine fats being consumed in the first place. In fact, I was eating/drinking more milk/yogurt because I normally avoid dairy (not a fan) but figured it was healthy for the kid. But even those things are marked "low fat"...

Is there a total number "consumption" limit, sorta like the idea of counting calories, that I should be watching for?

kitaangel · June 2011

I'm no dietician or expert, but from my understanding, on average a 2000 calorie per day diet is normal for most people. I'm trying to cut down on fattening foods too, since I am gaining weight at a ridiculous speed, and looked up a few things. I got a few diet/calculator applications on my cellphone and they suggested just lowering my calorie intake. So, I'm aiming for 1500-1600 calories to start.

I personally find, from experience, that if you cut down too much, too quickly, your body freaks out. So when you cut down on things, especially sugars, weening off is better. When you cut down too quickly you get tired.

I honestly just eat less sugars, smaller portions, and most of all, replace sugary meals with more protein (example, instead of that bowl of sweet cereal in the morning, try an egg and toast). Lots of extra fiber, tons of veggies and water helps me too. It's a slow process, but every tiny bit is worth it and I am sure I will see results eventually.

This is what works for me. I think it's mostly trial and error, since every person is different. Look up some healthy menus maybe?

ChavayJakov · June 2011

The calories I have down, as far as an understanding and what to watch for. My question focuses on the fat content and what our limit should be - The product label will tell us how many grams of fat per serving. So, we can easily add it up....but *unlike* calories, I don't have a # I should shoot for daily. That was my question.

thatjessie · June 2011

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