Calculating Dietary Fat & Calories

It is well known that fat is a leading dietary concern. That's why we're focusing on how to manage fat within a balanced diet. Canada's Guidelines for Healthy Eating recommends that Canadians choose a diet lower in fat. That is, only 30 percent or less of the total calories that you eat in a day should come from fat. In addition, saturated and trans fat should be avoided as much as possible (because they contribute to an increased risk for heart disease and stroke). While it is important to think about the fat content of individual foods, it is most important to consider how all the foods you eat contribute to your fat intake over time.