Doctor Warns About the Harm of Some Fat-Free Products

Endocrinologist-nutritionist Anna Krivosheeva warned about the potential harm of fat-free products, which often contain a large number of additives that can negatively affect health.

The specialist noted that manufacturers add sugar, flavorings, thickeners, colorings, and flavor enhancers to improve the taste of fat-free products. As a result, such products may not help reduce the calorie intake, but rather harm the body.

The main dangers of fat-free products, according to Krivosheeva and other specialists:

• Fat-free products often do not satisfy hunger as much as fatty ones, leading to overeating and weight gain.
• The absence of fats reduces the absorption of vitamins A, D, E, K, as well as calcium, which negatively affects bone health.
• Dietary fats are important for maintaining immunity, mood, normal heart function, and metabolism.
• Frequent consumption of fat-free products is associated with the addition of trans fats and palm oils, which increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
• The "false allowance" effect causes people to eat more fat-free food, which can lead to caloric excess.

The nutritionist advises to carefully read product labels and choose natural low-fat products instead of fat-free ones. It is important for the diet to contain a sufficient amount of healthy fats to maintain health and optimal metabolism.

Thus, the refusal of fats by switching to fat-free products is an ineffective and potentially harmful strategy for weight loss and health maintenance.