A low fat diet should consist of things other than fat, which means you’ll be eating more carbs.  Going low fat will allow you to lose weight at a good steady rate while keeping your energy up with complex carbs.  Cutting out fat does not mean you have to cut out meat.   You should simply choose to eat lean cuts of meat such as pork loin, chicken, turkey, fish, and even the occasional steak if you trim off the excess fat and get a cut like round steak.  You will also be able to eat more carbs, which are satisfying to the appetite and will allow you to eat less by helping you feel full longer.

A significant disadvantage to a low fat diet is lack of flavor.  Sad though it might be, fat gives our food flavors whether it is natural fat or fat that we add while cooking.  There really is no comparison between a baked potato with butter and one without.  One satisfies and the other leaves you wanting something more.  You can make up for the lack of natural flavor by adding your own seasonings.  This can be done in such a way that just about any food will be palatable to you.

For example, cooking sprays can be used to replace butter or oil you’d normally use while cooking.  This can sometimes affect the texture of food, but it’s something you can get used to.  In addition, you should keep in mind that LOW FAT does not mean NO FAT. You’ll have to choose where you wish to expend your fat allowance for the day.  If you really must have butter on that piece of bread, then do so, but you will have to cut fat in other areas.  Once you figure out what your total fat intake should be for the day, you’ll be able to adjust your menu accordingly.