Beware of the Salad Trap

This article might be a good example in which to point out that moderation is the key in eating higher fat foods such as cheese and cottage cheese. The article fails to point out that there are lower fat versions of these products (which admittedly may or may not be available on salad bars, but would be available at the supermarket). Other articles has demonstrated how people can fall into the "lowfat" food trap and end up eating more food and not eat any healthier. Lowfat is not necessarily more nutritious even though many products may be lower calorie. The article seems to suggest that cottage cheese and cheese are unhealthy items. Yet quotes are given for small and reasonable sized portions and what their calorie count is. The picture by the article shows a huge "salad" which a huge amount of shredded cheese on both sides and two large dolips of sour cream at the top with what looks like a large fried tortilla shell behind it. This would definitely be a picture of a "salad" to avoid. Other examples could be given of a higher fat foods which contain good fats and can be enjoyed in smaller portions and/or moderation. One of those examples would be avocados which contain a healthy type of fat. Votes: +1