I can believe it's not butter.

I love fat. These three simple words will horrify dietitians and health nuts. In fact, if you listen very carefully, you'll probably hear them planning my intervention. The simple fact is that fat makes food taste wonderful.

My favourite fat-filled foods:
• Beef stew
• Indian butter chicken
• Fettuccine Alfredo

Why has a loving declaration such as the one I’ve made above translate as blasphemy in the ears of so many?

We’ve become afraid of food.

Fat has taken the brunt of criticism in our food and diet obsessed culture. I consider myself a defender of fat. Where do I get my inspiration? French fare is laced with fatty, rich ingredients and yet as a population, the French maintain very healthy body weights. This article points to small portion sizes and satisfaction as the key to the French secret.

Alternatives

The offenders: margarine, low-fat packaged foods, turkey bacon

I can believe it’s not butter. We’ve all had to suffer through meals prepared with low-fat alternatives. Bite after agonizing bite we find ourselves longing for authentic flavour. Many of the self-touted low-fat alternatives are packed with other less healthy, unnatural ingredients such as large amounts of sodium. Let us not compromise our standards!

I am not suggesting that we overindulge in fatty foods. Balance is the key. Though I must admit that it is refreshing to see this Paula Dean video.



On a more serious note, just because I enjoy fat it doesn’t mean that I shun exercise. In fact, like many I believe that portion size, a balanced diet and regular exercise are a must. I choose to eat fat and be fit!

Be radical! Express your love for real, flavourful, satisfying, foods!

Click here for helpful “fat facts”