Things to consider and think about!
- Reduce the size of the serve of meat in meals, and choose lean cuts, removing any remaining fat or skin.
- Choose low-fat and reduced fat dairy products. Yoghurts, milk, fruit dairy snacks and custards all come in great tasting low fat versions. Cheese can be found in reduced-fat and relatively low-fat forms, but you will still need to watch the amount you eat.
- Use low-fat methods when preparing your meals. Cook with minimal amounts of added fat or oil – either dry-fry or stir-fry in a small amount of oil or use spray on oil, grill, and roast on a rack, steam or microwave.
- Don’t smother your food in oil, butter greasy sauces or dressings – spice up your food with sauces and relishes that are light and tasty instead. Try low oil dressings or herbs, balsamic vinegar and lemon juice on salads. Replace butter with margarine on sandwiches with a spread of mustard, salsa, avocado or light mayonnaise.
- Be aware of the hidden fat inside many baked or prepared food items, especially treats such as chocolate, rich desserts, cakes and biscuits. Enjoy these in small amounts, and go for quality rather than quantity.
- Learn to ready labels to identify the total fat content of food.
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