Is there such thing as "healthy" fats?

[@judithcarson4257]

I learn something new with every video. Thanks Dr. Mc Dougall. Btw my Doctor gave me an A plus when he tested my blood. Three years ago I was sick with type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol. Now after following your guidelines. Zero diabetes and perfect cholesterol. No medications for either

[@jgrysiak6566]

Keep going, keep going!

[@luckyman09]

How ?

[@judithcarson4257]

@@luckyman09 Actually it has been 6 years now. I went to Dr.McDougalls website (free by the way), watched his videos and followed his program. I also started taking a Berberine supplement. It is a plant. I started walking as well. All of these years and my Doctor still can’t believe it. When I began this program my Doctor had said I would need insulin. I said no! I have a perfect A1c and have dropped over 70 pounds by just eating this way and a little walking.

[@chelsea911]

​@@luckyman09starch, vegetables, and fruit. No oil. That's how

[@Bajamama49]

I miss him already! He was such a light to the world! God bless, Dr. McDougall, and RIP. You helped thousands and thousands of people like me to become healthy! Until we meet again, Dr. Mc Dougall, Linda Brown

[@matthewkaras7722]

Dr. M's superpower is to stay on message for decades and speak the truth without getting bored or over-frustrated.

[@SunFellow941]

You have to be kidding me. He's the biggest grinch in the plant-based movement! He's crabby all the time, so much so that some people apparently get used to it!

[@MaryDavidson911]

@@SunFellow941 So you’re saying you’re offended with the truth? That’s what your complaint is really about.

[@SunFellow941]

@@MaryDavidson911 I'm offended because he's a know-it-all and has no self doubt. He's like a fundamentalist Christian except in the form of a nutrition wonk. Everything is black and white to him. He thinks he's right about everything and that all the evidence is clear cut or there's no ambiguity in the research. That's why I prefer nutrition interpreters like the youtube channel Nutrition Made Simple, also run by a plant-based MD by the way. His analysis is more multifaceted and it makes me feel like I'm being educated, not indoctrinated with dogma.

[@RobertaPeck]

You are seeing this man with clear eyes.

[@joannawalker2745]

@@SunFellow941 Thank you for your mention of Nutrition Made Simple....really enjoying his videos!

[@oaomai]

you are an absolute genius. I just wanted to thank you, sir. Ive been on the starch diet for 5 months now and ive dropped a ton of weight. it has changed my life forever. I will never stop this diet. I was worried about the fats being an issue but you've once again cleared up the confusion, quick and concise. Best wishes to you and your family Dr. Mcdougall!

[@smallfootprint2961]

I have your book from the early 80s, "The McDougall Plan," and your message is the same. Thank you for being so consistent. I need the reminder. I am currently maintaining abt an eighty lb weight loss, and have overcome numerous health issues. Thanks, doc.

[@jgrysiak6566]

Most people never go through the fat withdrawal & this is why they crav e vegan cheese, avocados, nuts, nut butters, chocolate, coconuts. As long as these fats are still swimming in your veins & arteries, u will always crave them.

[@ssamd263]

@@jgrysiak6566 so true, fat is extremely hard to give up and I believe going cold turkey, not eating any added fat, is the only way to do it. It’s hard at first because everyone around you is eating fat in almost everything they eat, planning ahead and never letting yourself get hungry before you go out will make it a lot easier. I’ve been oil free for five years and have lost my taste for fat.

[@jgrysiak6566]

@@ssamd263 , @ least a 3 week withdrawal, some people longer, some less. Once all those fats are no longer swimming in the body u will no longer crave them & u won't be wearing them in the magic mirror. Ex. No more greasy hair & skin & no more white tongue!

[@reactancio4126]

​@@ssamd263fat is very addictive

[@missiris1234]

Very intelligent doctor. Those disagreeing with you will have to learn the hard way.

[@cindystrother7710]

Thank you so much DR MCDOUGALL FOR ALL THE AWESOME AND AMAZING INFORMATION YOU SHARE WITH ALL OF US I SURE APPRECIATE ALL YOUR HARD WORK and the HARD WORK MARY MCDOUGAL YOUR WIFE DOES

[@gamtngirl3655]

Yes. Said in a way making it easy for all of us to understand. Thank you!

[@debbied.9763]

What about the fats in the nuts and seeds and avocados not taken out of them, eaten in the whole food form, NT in a bottle ?

[@peter5.056]

High fat foods should be eaten in strict moderation or not at all. They will make you gain weight, and potentially contribute to the formation and/or progression of heart disease.

[@searchlessrawdiet]

@@peter5.056 Which this country that loves fat is over the top in!!! ie, heart disease

[@dac3563]

Where can I find the links to the research studies that support Dr. McDougall’s position on fats and lipotoxicity?

[@jinshark9078]

Are you on keto diet? Carbs for brain dude watch it 10x in slow motion maybe you can get it.

[@Denidrakes69]

You can go back to the monkey studies of the 70s.

[@robynhope219]

It's nonsense

[@0wenfox]

Slight overlap between him talking about (wholefood) fat or oil (refined fat...). Not 100% clear. Thanks anyways.

[@algibs9095]

My sentiments exactly. He is not clear in this explanation.

[@mateuszpolkowski5185]

Flaxseed is the best plant source of omega3 acids but you shouldn't vacuum it like crazy, in proper amount it is definitely a healthy food. Screw oils by the way.

[@Xeirus911]

Well I think he's talking about oils only when he calls them bad.

[@nw8985]

@@Xeirus911 he'll tolerate some nuts, avocados, and soy for skinny people but nothing fattier than oats for the overweight

[@mateuszpolkowski5185]

@@nw8985 Well, I am definitely skinny so bring those nuts on. 😁

[@Nellie7777777]

​@nw 89 I hate to admit this but these is true for me. 43 female here and started adding soy beans for the health benefits. It helps block bad estrogen wich is important. Well....I'm gaining weight and need to omit them. I have been following mcdougall program for 15 years and have remained slim before weight creeping up with soy. I also take complement vitamin due to concerns with deficiencies like iodine, magnesium , omega and EPA/DHA. It does have a small amount of Sunflower oil added and I don't like that. Any suggestions would be helpful

[@annemccarron2281]

​@@nw8985 I don't like oats. I don't see why they are thought of as so good.

[@Gypsygirl9]

They say that to our body there is no difference between sugar from fruit or sugar from a candy bar.?

[@patricebrown6051]

Hmmm. Dr Michael Gregor recommends 1 tbls of ground flax a day.

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

Dr Gregor is not a god, he's a literature reader and communicator (I like much of his work, BTW). That having said, he's not really in any conflict with Dr M here or other plant based docs - if you're healthy, adding the flax probably isn't a problem. Omega 3 IS a risk if you have problems with bleeding or immune risks, as stated. If so, you might want to consult Dr M and team, or other qualified docs, directly on taking this or other Omega 3 sources long term.

[@motofiction4233]

Could someone help me make sense of what Dr. McDougall is saying? I was always under the impression, and based on personal experience, that excess calories or calorie surplus makes you gain weight. This is achievable with carbs as well as with fat. RIGHT? So what is this video about then?

[@marian11235813]

Sure the excess of carbohydrates could be converted to fat. However in practice it is way easier to overeat fats than carbohydrates. Unless carbohydrates are in refined form. But video is not only about obesity.

[@Denidrakes69]

Well two tablespoons of oil is the equivalent to five apples, or three potatoes, or 2.2 pounds of strawberries, or 1.2 pounds of carrots etc etc People would never eat in fresh food what they can, and do, in oils.

[@tk4329]

This is very radical . Nobody can convince me that walnuts ,almonds ,sunflower seed all nuts and seeds are unhealthy , we talk about whole foods . He doesn't even look well for his age. Pritikin was genius, but he was eating animal products. I'm investigating rural african countries where the food is simple and is the same food they ate for centuries. They all eat fish , all of them, many eat meat ,eggs and of course lots of starch, fruits, but they are all slim and fit. The radical approach should be used only if you are sick to reverse heart disease or diabetes, but for healthy person ...........

[@stevethewindsurfer8911]

Isolated fats = oils != nuts. Did we watch the same video? There are videos about cultures like the Massai by McDougall. You may want to take a look.

[@Journeying.]

Exactly. This guy looks like he's 90 pounds.

[@joshleedy6127]

It’s true that the fat you eat is the fat you wear, but that doesn’t mean a high fat (low carb) diet leads to greater weight gain than an isocaloric (same amount of calories) low fat diet. The actual human outcome data out of tightly controlled trials in metabolic wards show that their is no difference in fat loss. Technically there’s a tiny amount more lost in high carb diets, but it’s not a statistically significant amount. The body seems to only store the amount of fat equal to the amount of surplus calories, which is logical.

[@joshleedy6127]

*there Lol

[@magorzata1439]

Sure, but how much easier to satisfy your hunger with a plate of potatoes with a mountain of your favorite vegetables than a handful of nuts.

[@knockingseeker]

Exactly so the question should be how much fat if we are eating at maintanance is optimal. Longetivity experts like Walter long would say 60% carbs 25% fat 15% protein or the abouts is optimal. These super low fat diets are not and you can see it in how he has aged, with lots of glycation from the high glycemic load.

[@marian11235813]

To lose weight you need small caloric deficit. Too big deficit will slowdown overall base metabolism and will likely result in rebounce. Body will think starvation is over and start storing calories again. That's why dieting could be so frustrating.

[@searchlessrawdiet]

.....but health?

[@littledovecafe]

I’m a “Starchatarian” enjoying my oatmeal based smoothie now…❤❤❤

[@tannenradblogspot]

I eat 200g soaked or lightly steamed walnuts per week. Gave up on flax seeds. I kinda go by cronometer on how much o6 and o3 i need (or did I ever modify their targets, i don't remember) and 200g walnuts per week is just about right.

[@sheepseven7588]

Flaxseed is not a food crop, it is used for clothing same as cotton seed. Avoid them like the plague very damaging must research everything 1st❤❤❤

[@Caladcholg]

0:49 it's the exact opposite. Fat is taken up by the lymphatic system to be synthesized, whereas sugar is turned into fat through denovo lipogenesis and is stored with insulin (literally the 'fat storage' hormone, although it's not it's only function). How do you think nature makes fat in the first place.

[@irinab7524]

It’s funny to listen to a “doctor” who doesn’t understand basic processes in human body

[@marian11235813]

De novo lipogenesis is considered to be a minor source of lipids in the human body. In normal conditions only an excess of carbohydrates are converted to fatty acids in this manner.

[@luluandmeow]

very clearly explained, thank you

[@barbarapenaroza6175]

Telling it like it is‼️Thank you for your incredible health promotion, practice & great benefits💯🤙

[@Mary-kl3dn]

Dr McDougall saved my life, by following his recommendations.

[@heyesfan]

Thank you You are such an inspiration and motivator! I have a question: I had thyroid storm about 10 years ago and am on vegan thyroid medication ever since, but I still have a hard time losing weight on a plant-based lifestyle. Does my thyroid play any part in this (or my lack of thyroid, now dependent on meds)? Thank you.

[@anir8023]

Take proper thyroid not vegan one

[@IusedtohaveausernameIliked]

Most people have too much body fat but it's also a problem to have too little. One can go too far in either direction.

[@patricebrown6051]

Do you recommend ground flax seeds.

[@lorenzom30]

I agree with eating starches but the people with the longest lifespans regularly consume olive oil.

[@robynhope219]

Yep, the Blue Zoners.

[@ricohorton]

Did you mention olive oil which some tought as the healthy oil.?

[@cashion42]

What about grass fed collagen Dr. McDougal.....it that ok to take? The claims is for being pain free in your muscles and joints.

[@BB-ux5wd]

What do you think about avocados ?

[@xrp589baby]

omega6

[@rayarjomand6533]

Other vegan-herbivore doctors say natural nuts, olives, avocados and plants high in fat are healthy and good for the heart. So I am naturally confused.

[@jenniferschaffer1625]

Check out Dr Esselstyn~he says even “healthy” fats are dangerous in causing heart disease and has his heart disease patients lay off all fats entirely

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

They're certainly far better by a mile than oils and animal foods, and in small-moderate amounts, its not a problem usually at all for the healthy. However, if someone has heart/artery disease, Dr M (and others, such as Dr Esselstyn) caution against adding any high fat foods, if they might restrict nitric oxide flow to the arteries, which they still seem to mildly, and if you've damaged vessels you're vulnerable. This effect is only then really significant in the already vulnerable people.

[@rayarjomand6533]

@@JohnDoe-xk1dv But I crave fat. It's in my genes. I love nuts, avocados, etc... Also human milk has a lot of fat . Over millions of years (I am no Doctor, just makes sense) perhaps due to food scarcity we have developed an appetite for fatty foods.

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

@@rayarjomand6533 yes, but people stop drinking human milk after age 2 usually, or before. You try drinking milk for long term after that, you'll get overweight as a result... oh apologies. That's what we're seeing in nearly 3/4 of people in the West today! When was the last time you saw serious food scarcity either in the West (apart from the Ukraine, Russia etc for obvious reasons?). Its food abundance that is more the problem. You're hard wired for scarcity (so am I) but acting on scarcity impulses constantly in an era of abundance will cause problems. That's all. Your choices, informed ones, hopefully is all. Genes are committes in this case, not dictators. We listen to committees, but sometimes their advice is mistaken. If you are in the likes of Ukraine, filling up on avocados, nuts etc if available - possibly advisable. In downtown LA, if you're not homeless - I wouldn't follow that midplaced instinct. But as in many things, your call for your life is key.

[@rayarjomand6533]

@@JohnDoe-xk1dv Thank You, FYI I am vegan .

[@thomasmurray4291]

You're awesome, brother! Keep spreading the right news on nutrition. :)

[@marykopf1]

What is your opinion of Johanna Budwigs cancer protocol using raw cottage cheese and flax oil?

[@josh.m3803]

Could you make a video about how cruciferous vegetables hyper absorb heavy metals

[@peter5.056]

It's not a problem.

[@Atheria444]

I'm on day 3 being back on a very low fat vegan diet due to my blood sugar trending up despite being thin. (Have been vegan for eons.) I had never heard that omega 3 fats so many push can damage the immune system! I had been eating a lot of plant fat. Anyway, I've already noticed that my horrible insomnia is a little better since upping carbs and cutting fat. Also, I have a bad chronic pain issue that is SIGHTLY better after cutting inflammatory fats.

[@happycook6737]

Eating lettuce, frozen dark cherries helps with my insomnia. I was surprised it worked! Usually natural "cures" don't work for me.

[@Atheria444]

@@happycook6737 Thanks. My insomnia has been awful again. This time of life is SO much "fun". I'll Google those.

[@jgrysiak6566]

Your thyroid could be dead, one reason you're not deep sleeping. Take Iodoral 12.5 tab in evening with juice & sleep like a baby. Stay toasty warm in winter too. Only avail online!

[@jgrysiak6566]

@@happycook6737 , your thyroid could be dead, one reason you're not deep sleeping. Take 1 Iodoral 12.5 tab in evening & sleep like a baby. Stay toasty warm in winter too. Only avail online!

[@jgrysiak6566]

@@Atheria444 , your thyroid could be dead, one reason you're not sleeping. Take 1 Iodoral 12.5 tab in evening & sleep like a baby. Stay toasty warm in winter too. Only avail online.

[@lisengel2498]

Simple very strong message, and I know it works 🍀💚🐸

[@karahamil3657]

So what about she taking a Vit D3 ... it needs fat to be absurd ... I’ve been eating three Brazil nuts when taking it.. Brazil nuts because I’ve read it helps thyroid function...I have hashimoto’s...

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

If you have Hashimoto's, I would consult the McDougall team directly, as their needs to be some consideration of this in recommends, and understanding what caused it initially. Vit D should be obtained really from sunlight, so if you're not getting enough of that, the fat absorption issue becomes a red herring. The program should provide all the fat you need, if planned correctly, but again, for your situation, I'd consult them firsthand.

[@Vegan_4The_Animals]

Thank you Dr.

[@glodusmuspell9069]

What about nuts and seeds, walnuts

[@robynhope219]

Don't ask, just eat it... they're healthy.

[@patrickbowen8408]

He is losing it just a bit. He started talking about vegetable fats and then went back to omega threes. What about the vegetable fats?

[@beccamccaulou9212]

I would be interested to know more about the medical studies done on fats. Specifically: are there any studies that show how fast each fat form digested through the body. I like to think that the "good fats" metabolise faster because historically people consumed them and were healthy. Whereas the highly processed vegetable oils, canola oil etc. perhaps take longer for the body to digest. This is just me hypothetically thinking because I know your diet works but I want to eat more like the peasants ate and I have a sneaking suspicion they added a small amount of fat to their meals. Have there been any studies which show specific fats? I know your diet works. I'm just wondering if frying vegetables in coconut oil or olive oil is the same as canola oil or vegetable oil.

[@ScrapKing73]

Refined oils are obviously bad. Refined foods in general are to be avoided. But this video frequently conflates plant-based and fish-based omega 3s. It claims that plant omega 3s hurt the immune system, but then cites a study that references people who eat a lot of fish fat as proof? And then later cites studies on processed oils? There’s lots of evidence that eating whole food, unprocessed, plant-based omega 3s is necessary. Most whole plant foods have a lot of omega-6s, and an imbalance between omega-6 and omega-3 in the body isn’t desirable. Hemp seed has a decent amount of omega-3, but also a lot of omega-6. So unless you’re eating a lot of the rare few sea vegetables that have ample omega-3s, ground flax and ground or pre-soaked chia seed are necessary to get a desirable omega-6/3 balance in the body, according to a lot of very credible science. And this video jumps back and forth so much between whole and professed fat, and plant-based and fish-based fat, that it confuses that enormously, IMO.

[@leftyfourguns]

Where do you think fish get their high concentrations of omega 3s from?

[@ScrapKing73]

@@leftyfourguns From algae, mostly. But, that doesn't prove that animal and plant sources of omega 3s are bad, since the fish omega 3s are contaminated with saturated fat, heavy metals, PCBs, etc. And fish/sea vegetable omega 3s tend to be DHA and EPA, whereas land-based omega 3s tend to be ALA. So even that doesn't prove that eating chia, flax, or hemp hurts the immune system.

[@monikakrall3922]

I believe, experiencing intermittent fasting for years now, that the most important thing is fasting, along with sufficient physical activity, and simple, wholefood.....just like nomad, simple people do in the country, ....or in the bluezones.....people work hard, eat 1-2 a day what they have grown or cooked, baked, and they fast naturally daily as their natural rythm is moving, moving, being in nature, eating when they are really hungry, then moving and moving and resting a bit.....they don`t count calories or protein, they eat what is available and the natural daily fasting takes care of their health, removes the access, cleans, detox, regenerates.....so they are physically active at an older age, not fat, have no major health issues, some teeth maybe missing here and there, they don`t look superfancy but they are ok.....also the earth energy helps them, nature`s energy and rythm what they are following....no tv, no nonsense, no mental issues or physical issues as their mind is balanced in the natural environment focusing on to produce what they need in respect toward nature, animals etc....a human is part of nature, so problems arise when you remove human from its natural elements and force it to be in ratrace in a manmade, concrete environment with no fresh air, no natural rythm, but full of stress, ego etc......

[@karlstenator]

Sooo, if fat is storage for when food is sparse - I can enjoy my fats (Sesame seed oil) in between fasting days?

[@MaryDavidson911]

Sure, if you don’t mind inflammation and heart disease.

[@decretingredient6892]

can anyone share a link for the study(s) to show that veg fats promote cancer more than animal fats do? as he stated in the video

[@lana7422]

I've seen T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study, explain why he came to that conclusion and he mentions studies that highlight that effect. Check out his book and videos too.

[@decretingredient6892]

great study...

[@carolblankenbeckler545]

Is it okay to consume soy products, avocados or any seeds such as flaxseed?

[@ScrapKing73]

“…the Inuit Eskimo.” No, those terms are mutual exclusive. Eskimo do not prefer to be called Inuit, and Inuit do not prefer to be called Eskimo. It’s best not to lump them together. It’s generally accurate to call them Inuit if they live in Canada’s North, and Eskimo if they live in Alaska.

[@brunopaquette5920]

This is confusing because I eat walnuts, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds every day in a let's say 2 handfulls roughly, and I am not fat.

[@rjb1122]

It's also confusing because vegan medical doctors, such as Dr. Michael Greger, MD and Dr. Joel Fuhrman, MD strongly say that we need to eat an ounce of nuts a day. An in addition to that ounce of nuts, Dr. Michael Greger, MD says we also need to consume 1 T of flaxseed daily.

[@RobertaPeck]

The once handsome McDougal now looks like death warmed over. His voice Is that of a man much older than his 73 years. He doesn't even take vitamin D!!!Yes he is healthier than the majority, but he has not retained the healthy appearance Dr Fuhrman displays. Fuhrman recommends nuts,seeds,and omega 3supplements.

[@rjb1122]

@@RobertaPeck " Fuhrman recommends nuts,seeds,and omega 3supplements." And so does Dr. Michael Greger, MD. Fuhrman recommends nuts and says that the risk for dementia is much higher in those who consume less than 10% of their calories as fat. Fuhrman says that 2 of the leaders of the Natural Hygiene movement developed dementia due to their very low fat diet and not consuming nuts and seeds.

[@rjb1122]

And Dr. Fuhrman, MD and Dr. Greger, MD both recommend consuming a supplement for DHA, a fat found in the brain. These supplements usually contain both DHA and EPA.

[@patriciarambert9261]

Me too. In fact nuts and seed is how I maintain my weight. Without it the wind would take me.

[@robynhope219]

Of course.. avocados, nuts, seeds, olive and coconut oil, butter, eggs, cheese😮

[@Annlej1]

I eat a small amount of nuts/ on occasion a little oliv oil. I went from 196 lbs to 145 lbs. My goal is 132 lbs.

[@eddief9254]

How tall are you.

[@Annlej1]

@@eddief9254 I am 5'2"

[@Nellie7777777]

Do you eat soy? I've started to gain weight after bringing a half cup daily. I'm bummed because it's health promoting and blocks bad estrogen

[@zz23-de6zq]

is there a thing as too little fat? I can't imagine getting more than 5-10g a day on this diet

[@GeorgeKnew]

Are GMO grains healthy?

[@Johnny-gm9wo]

2:22 Fish are not vegetable fats.

[@daisymay271]

Fish is a vegetable fat?

[@zorro149]

I notice he didn't address a tablespoon of frozen avocado chunks in a smoothie.

[@Lovepolish777]

Plant based oil free, is this safe? Many people have said that you need oil so your veins don't harden...HELP

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

There's no scientific evidence for that de-hardening theory at all. In fact, it's actually the opposite - the blood vessels harden and become damaged over the long term with free oil and fat consumption. Worth looking up some more of Dr M's video lectures on fat if you're new, as well as Dr Esselstyn's work.

[@jinshark9078]

It will works in machine. All foods contain fats in small amount some are higher.

[@kiwikim5163]

RIP, Dee. M. There are certainly important and healthy fats for humans. Animal fats are critical, especially that of ruminants.

[@KAT-dg6el]

Fat doesn’t cause fat no more than eating tomatoes will make us turn red! OMG 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@searchlessrawdiet]

Faulty analogy.

[@energysourcelove]

where do avocados fall in his approach?

[@robynhope219]

Five yrs ago JM bagan to show signs of physical decline...maybe earlier. You'd think someone had the common sense to tell him to add healthy proteins and fats...had he done so, he might be alive today, and looking well.

[@greensmoothieparty]

Is there any scientific evidence that slow fats (whole food fats with fiber) such as nuts, seeds and avocados have harmful effects when consumed in modest quantities? How about any beneficial effects? Just because fast fats (processed fats like oil) are shown to have harmful effects, it does not necessarily follow that the same is true for slow fats. Dr. McDougall's recent trail mix self-experiment is an interesting anecdote.

[@l21n18]

Ya he keeps referencing fish which isn’t even a vegetable, also I’d really like to see any evidence whole food fats promote cancer

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

Depends what you mean by 'modest'. For athletes, they're unlikely to have harmful effects in some moderation, because they're burning those fats quickly; and for people needing weight gain after illness. For others, I think we have to be cautious, at least for weight gain, and chances of insulin resistance in excess. But given that the majority of people are sadly still eating excess animal fat and/or vegetable oils, we're some way off having numbers enough for research samples to answer on a large scale.

[@peter5.056]

@@l21n18 Technically, fish fat is partially vegetable fat, since omega-3 fatty acids are ONLY made by plants.

[@ApexRevolution]

@@JohnDoe-xk1dv Theres no evidence that nuts or seeds cause weight gain. There's only evidence to show they cause weight loss.

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

@@ApexRevolution the research you're referring to is when people who are typical standard American diet eaters long term begin to replace oils and animal foods in whole or in part with nuts and seeds. Which unfortunately could be a bit confusing still for the public as a whole, if they don't understand whole food plant based eating. Because of nuts and seeds being less calorie dense and more fiber filled than oils and animal foods, you will see RELATIVE weight loss in those cases. However, what I was referring to is people who are whole food plant based, who don't have those issues. In that case, you will very likely not get absolute weight loss, but some weight gain, in comparison to other foods. However, again, it would be necessary to have large scale research samples of different groups, to fully clarify what happens further.

[@HansVier]

Any proof about that Fish is realy that harmfull?

[@JackR772]

My body fat is made of beer

[@karlstenator]

Mine is made of noodles. 🍜

[@GoRodent]

Mine is composed of pizza

[@pj41]

😹

[@surfdetective]

Insulin resistance…….

[@carlbernngl]

I just need someone to cook this way for me. Have no idea

[@isabellezablocki7447]

yes with that fat keto craze, we forget that fat should be eaten in small quantities and in natural states.

[@emilianolodges8470]

Very credible!

[@reactancio4126]

After 8 years without a drop of oil, I think the oil is very harmful

[@jaroslawprokop6943]

RIP sir, but your statements are incorrect, there are essential fatty acids that we need, we need cholesterol and saturated fats, we do not need to much carbs, we are hybrid machines, we can burn both fuels, but excess carbs can cause serious issues. My parents fed us lots of carbs and little protein and moderate fat. I was always tired and weak, could not build muscle and was getting sick a lot. Plant foods are not bioavailable.

[@DLFfitness1]

I took the fat out of my diet, and the weight just fell off. I didn’t need to lose weight, but it was useful information, and something I could share with my clients. I don’t eat added oils, but I do eat nuts and seeds.

[@Constantlyevolvingagain]

What do you eat in a day?

[@Fit4life_71]

Just discovered the channel and.. How can I take this seriously when you keep refering to fish fats as vegetable fat? U make no mention of virgin pressed oils only processed oil And you recommend CORN!? The most genetically modified food in the world I'm so disappointed 😞

[@jitrapornpha5104]

why are so many hunter gatherer tribes of Africa who eat animals and fats have six packs ? It's not always the case that the ""fat you eat is the fat you wear". Ive seen fat vegans. My ancestors in southern Italy ate their own virgin olive oil and home made cheese and they were slim. I was shocked at fotos of people from Calabria from the 1940's and 50's - no one was overweight. Unhappiness and a broken heart can make you fat , but you wont find any of these You tube lunatics talking about the role of the mind in body weight.

[@SvetlanaAntoine-pr4gq]

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[@marian11235813]

It is way easier to overeat fats than carbohydrates. There is no difference if someone would overeat fat or carbohydrates, both will end up in fat storage. But keep in mind body will firstly use carbohydrates as energy source and not fat. That's why it is hard to lose weight regardless if someone is obese or not. Body simply doesn't want to lose its fat storage, unless it has to under some caloric deficit.

[@charityfields3075]

So, I guess Jesus who is God in the flesh didn't know what he was doing when he fed his disciples and the multitudes fish and barley loaves

[@11235Aodh]

Makes you wonder doesn't it, maybe the bible was just written by ordinary men?

[@happycook6737]

So I guess God who made man/woman and put them in a perfect garden telling them plants, fruits, seeds, nuts were their food didn't know what He was doing? After the fall of man, man started eating animals. Hmmm interesting. We know Jesus never sinned so we know eating fish isn't a sin but I believe God's original plan was better.

[@SvetlanaAntoine-pr4gq]

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[@lightningbug276]

Fish is symbolic in the New Testament, not literal. Jesus was in the order of Essenes, who were vegan.

[@Aleph-1777]

@@lightningbug276 What book and verse says Jesus was Essene? And did he not partake in eating the Passover?

[@trishmarck7798]

I don’t agree with your opening statement. For example cancer patients who have lost a lot of weight need fats for calories to help with weight. Nuts,seeds,avocado,nut butters etc. these patients struggle so a one size fits all is not the way to go. For weight loss yes

[@45graham45]

But I eat plenty of fat & yet I am not fat at all.

[@akn0187rmb]

You have a higher blood sugar than you would if you didn’t.

[@cassclare]

I do too and I feel anazing plus I'm more trim now and have no sugar cravings. I used tk be vegan and felt like crap. Now I eat eggs and fish and butter and NO starch . This guy is spouting crapp

[@robynhope219]

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[@CharlesOwen93]

@@cassclare Feel amazing? How physically fit are you? What's your VO2 max? How many stimulants/anti-depressants do you pump to stay feeling amazing?

[@leekang4705]

@@akn0187rmb That could indicate many things, particularly an underlying health issue.

[@chadwilson1707]

What is the concensus about sorghum, cane syrup and blackstrap .. molasses? Thanks

[@bridgetmcgrath3964]

Great

[@mowthpeece1]

Body fat adds attractive curves and increases survival during times of illness, not just famine. And no one wants to look like concentration camp victims. But adding oils and eating greasy meats never did me any good so I cut them out and I'm much better for it. But yes there are healthy fats. They're called essential. I'm not going to be afraid of them. I refuse to get sucked into the diet doctor wars over minutia. I'm in great health, though. If you're obese and or sick, you may want to do it differently.

[@Xeirus911]

He's obviously talking about concentrated fats. Just eats plants, pretty simple.

[@irinab7524]

Zero fat diet will kill you. Try it! I eat meat, fish, eggs for the last 7 years and zero fiber……at 62 I feel great. Obviously, when I look like 85-90 like this doctor -I’ll get back to see which is better for me. But plants and seed oils kill you

[@thewozmancan]

Get your fats from “wheat and corn and…”? Some of the worst foods you can eat. Certainly extracted and processed fats are good for no one, but not from such sources.

[@debbied.9763]

Fish fats are NOT vegetable fats

[@seamuswarren]

Hmmm … I’m feeling a little peckish for some oats.

[@doddsalfa]

Never seen fat Inuits on a old pic or video

[@chrnb]

John, what you think about terrain theory/natural hygiene?

[@Vikings-uk3ht]

It's pretty simple. If you have significant cardiovascular issues, it may be worthwhile to abstain from ingesting more than 10% of your calories from fat sources until your disease symptoms have improved. However, for the vast majority of people, I have seen zero evidence to support the notion that whole food fat sources like nuts and seeds cause health issues. Fat is incredibly important for many biological processes. It even improves satiation in many individuals. Dr. Mcdougall seems to believe the only consideration in curbing cravings is the volume of food. This is unfounded. Many people can eat massive volumes of fruit, vegetables, and grains and be hungry just a few hours later. Volume of food matters but so does the content of said food. For people confused, just use your best judgement. Dr. Mcdougall I believe is well-intentioned but too stubborn to change his position. He looks frail and generally unwell for someone in their early 70's. This likely is at least in part because of his lack of consummation of necessary fats and protein as the needs can scale as you age from digestive degradation.

[@The_Healing_Facilitator]

I agree with your comment 100%. He is great and shares great information but I disagree with his position on fat. He really doesn't look well for his age. He appears very frail.

[@peter5.056]

@@The_Healing_Facilitator For the record, he eats nuts, seeds, tofu. He's not on a super low fat diet. Talks about that in q and a. He's just a genetically slim guy to begin with, and when he eats the diet he prescribes, even with added nuts and tofu, he's still slim.

[@rjb1122]

@@peter5.056 Please kindly provide documented support for your statement that Dr. McDougall eats nuts and seeds. I get the impression that he is against eating nuts and seeds. Thanks very much

[@rjb1122]

Not only against eating nuts and seeds himself, but seems to advise that we also do not eat nuts and seeds.

[@peter5.056]

@@rjb1122 he never said that, and my "documented support" is McDougall's own videos.

[@BadCarbNoDonut]

But we ARE animals.

[@betzib8021]

Answer to title...no. not olives..no avocados...not nuts and seeds...not flax...but maybe. Just maybe...chia...if not ground. They are harmful I found....the hard way...even if you are skinny.

[@o.b.v.i.u.s]

Peter Cushing...

[@greggbambu411]

So no fats . Nothing

[@frank6250]

not sure why this guy became so big, quackery.

[@lukaszbbbb]

Under 10 grams of fat a day,stick to it and weight will fly off you

[@rainflowers1099]

Others would say you need more like 20 - 30g minimum for proper vitamin absorption and hormone production etc. And that would still be extremely low. Might be safer to just be slightly below maintenance calories for a period, to lose weight more gradually.

[@SunFellow941]

I know people that are McDougallites, have their own youtube channels based on weight loss, and they can't lose their weight. I eat all kinds of vegetable fats and I'm thinner than any of them. Blah, blah, blah, whatever. You never change your mantra. At least you let people eat bread. Although I have to agree about omega 3s-- I got chickenpox and shingles simultaneously after taking omega 3 algae supplements for three months. Although some people have taken omega 3s for years and never had a problem. Maybe it's a genetic specific reaction?

[@jenniferschaffer1625]

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[@SpaceTime773]

There is no such thing as healthy fats.

[@User-pz4re]

Your brain will legit melt if you eat no fats this shit is dangerous. You can keep your fat intake lower if you want, but don't just eat sugar and potatoes all day only that is unhealthy long term.

[@User-pz4re]

@@lunchmoneyog most olive oils in the supermarket are super refined, personally I would say eating whole olives would do you more good if you do eat any. Some avocados and macadamia nuts would not do much harm either. But if you're eating lots of carbs, avoiding fat is your best bet to avoid diabetes

[@User-pz4re]

@@lunchmoneyog all oils are indeed bad if you want to eat a high carb diet. Search up mastering diabetes they explain it. When you eat fat, your body loses it's ability to handle carbohydrates because fat blocks your body from using insulin to get the energy into your cells. So the carbs stay in your blood and cause high blood sugar. So pouring olive oil on your potato is a bad idea

[@SpaceTime773]

@@lunchmoneyog no oils are isolated fats and damage the arteries and cause heart disease, attacks and strokes. Eat whole olives, nuts and so on but avoid their oils.

[@SpaceTime773]

@@lunchmoneyog i eat a few walnuts every few days. But no oil.

[@Rt23810]

I’m sorry but this is why he died at 77. Olive oil, nuts, fish fat, avocados are all very healthy fats.

[@Constantlyevolvingagain]

You have no idea why he died . Please get a life

[@AvatarMakusan]

Stupid is as Stupid flaps their lips. You have no idea of his childhood, medical issues.

[@cantstoplion]

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[@gibsonguitarplayer]

Jesus ate fish……

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

Actually, the Greek translation of 'echloi' in the New Testament: meaning something like 'fishweed' - i.e. seaweed, is also possible and has been suggested. Which can be found in that region. However, regardless, would Jesus really approve of the destruction of whole sea ecosystems to the point of collapse like we're seeing today? To get rather dubious fish consumption benefits, that can easily be obtained elsewhere? (Seaspiracy has been at the recent forefront of exposing this one). You be the judge.

[@gibsonguitarplayer]

@@lunchmoneyog Gee try reading your Bible!

[@realrosesforever3847]

@@lunchmoneyog Well, a person does not have to die to know they will die. There is proof all around them. Same with "the Jesus character". There is evidence all around if one does their "own" research, self reflection, examination of life and of historical facts. If you've seen none of this evidence for yourself and you have done your "own" research and do not believe - your choice. If you have done the research "yourself" and you are not convinced - okay. Not all will believe and that's a fact too. Each person has their own beliefs, but for me, I believe based on my own research, self reflection, life experiences, on and on and on etc. Respect to all.

[@pj41]

@@lunchmoneyog thank you 🙏. I’m so tired of “magical” thinking in the real world.

[@SvetlanaAntoine-pr4gq]

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[@MrGeorgewf]

Fat Cells never change. Fat cells grow with eating sugar and carbs. Our body does not need carbs. It needs essential fatty acids.

[@harryviking6347]

As usual he talks mostly nonsense!

[@jimyhendrix492]

It is hard to express so much BS in such a short time!

[@Johnny-gm9wo]

What about fat soluble vitamins?