ABSTRACT
It is now well accepted that diets high in fat are risk factors for obesity and heart disease. Changes in the content of meals, and in dietary habits and lifestyles have contributed to the prevalence of these conditions. Public health agencies and professional health organizations have issued guidelines and recommended programs that encourage dietary modifications and exercise to improve overall health. Some of the common recommendations include a reduced consumption of high-energy diets containing high amounts of fat and sugar. Recently, the intake of good fat and a balancing of the types of fat in the diet were also recommended.
