Studies overwhelmingly indicate that consumption of fat, especially saturated animal fat, hydrogenated fat, and trans-fat, is correlated to many preventable diseases. Every body needs dietary fat, but not nearly as much as the average American, Canadian, or Brit consumes.

Sticking to a low-fat eating style does not mean you are limited to "diet" foods. Choose foods that are naturally low in fat, like fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Use higher fat natural foods such as nuts, seeds, avocados and olives as a condiment or occasional snack or main dish.

Avoid all fried foods and use oils sparingly--even the "good oils". Fresh, unrefined, cold-pressed oils containing Omega3 or Omega6 fatty acids, or both, stored in dark glass containers are best. Once the oils are subjected to heat and light, they begin to degrade. But keep in mind even "good oil" is still FAT, and too much is not good for your health.