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[quote=Anonymous]Do you guys remember how in the 90s we were told to eat "fat-free" diet. Now we know how unhealthy that was because people ended up eating a lot of processed carbs and extra sugar. Our bodies needs heathy fats. 
 
Anyway, I have always suspected that the emphasis on protein have led people to over-consume animal fats. I am not a vegetarian by any means but the idea that you can consume a lot of meat and be okay sounds good too be true. And, I have wondered how it can be that our as a society we are bigger than ever (in terms of weight) Obviously, the cause is not any one thing -- stress, sedentary lifestyles, hormones, etc.  I know  many people who eat a ton of meat, religiously work out, and are carrying a lot of extra weight.

BBC Science has an article about this-- "The Great Protein Myth."  Basically, we are over-consuming protein and gaining weight. And food companies are adding protein to everything, and market it accordingly. It's not necessarily healthier just because it is labeled "high protein"

I agree with focusing on getting your carbs from unprocessed sources and avoiding seed oils/corn syrup. I keep Trader Joe's brown rice in the freezer for quick lunches (to eat with lentils or for soups, for example). Bread is my weakness so I buy sourdough from the farmer's market. [/quote]

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