Very simply put, eat less fat, more fiber, less salt and less sugar. You don't have to eliminate all pleasurable foods, but perhaps you could think in terms of eating less of some foods and more of others. All fats are high in calories, but not all fats are the same. Our foods contain many kinds of fat. The good news is that fat not only makes foods more tasty but also is an essential ingredient in a healthful diet.
Many people try to eliminate all fat from their diet.
When eaten in moderation, fat provides us with essential nutrients. It helps in the transportation and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, protects the body against heat loss, provides a protective padding for the body's tissues and organs and produces hormones that help to maintain body processes. It is strongly connected to an increased risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Nutrition experts agree that the less you eat of this type of fat, the better. It is recommended that no more than 10 percent of your total calories be from saturated fat.