UpDate - Vol. 15, No. 5, Page 14
September 28, 1995
Nutrition program focuses on fat

     Does reducing fat in your diet mean giving up your favorite
foods?
     Absolutely not, said Marianne Carter, registered dietitian, who
is presenting a series of nutrition programs this fall.
     Those individuals who subscribe to  the "all or none" philosophy
are missing out on an opportunity to improve their health.
     Cutting back on dietary fat reduces your risk of developing heart
disease and certain forms of cancer," Carter said. "In addition, this
lifestyle change plays a pivotal role in weight management."
     Reducing dietary fat is best done gradually, as eating habits are
something everyone begins developing at birth. Small, simple changes
can dramatically affect the overall fat content of one's dally intake,
she said.
     Once individuals identify where fat is found in the eating
program, whether it be added fat or hidden fat, each person can
develop strategies to reduce total fat.
     For example, replacing butter on broccoli with balsamic vinegar
saves fat without sacrificing flavor. How about salsa on a baked
potato instead of sour cream? Apple butter on a bagel in place of
cream cheese? There are lots of small changes that make a big fat
difference, Carter said.
     These are but a few of the ideas that will be presented at the
Wellness Center program "How to Reduce Fat in Your Diet," from noon-1
p.m., Friday, Oct. 13, in the Blue and Gold Room of the Perkins
Student Center by Carter.
     Cost is 10 Wellness dollars and employees may register at the
door.