low-fat diet

low-fat di·et

a diet containing a minimal proportion of fat. Diets containing low amounts of fat and cholesterol are designed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, specifically atherosclerosis. A low-fat diet should derive fewer than 10% of its calories from saturated fat (for example, meats, dairy products) and should be low in cholesterol (less than 300 mg/d) and trans fatty acids (for example, hydrogenated oils as in stick margarine and shortening) and rich in whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, and legumes. See: atherosclerosis, free radical.

low-fat diet

A diet that is low in fats, particularly saturated fats; low-fat diet foods include fruits, vegetables, beans, pastas, grains, breads, nuts, chicken and turkey, seafood (cod, flounder, lobster, scallops and shrimp are low in fat) and minimal red meat (except for venison). Low-fat diets have a positive effect on arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obesity and strokes.

low-fat diet

A diet low in fats, especially saturated fats, which has a positive effect on arthritis, CA, ASHD, DM, HTN, obesity, and strokes. See Diet, Low-fat snack; Cf Animal fat, High-fat diet.

low-fat di·et

(lō-fat dīĕt) One containing a minimal proportion of fat. Diets are designed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, specifically atherosclerosis.

low-fat di·et

(lō-fat dīĕt) Diet containing a minimal proportion of fat designed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, specifically atherosclerosis.

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noun a diet containing limited amounts of fat and stressing foods high in carbohydrates

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