The Low-Fat Lie

Products labeled 'low-fat' or 'fat-free,' like salad dressings and yogurts, are often dietary traps. To make up for the flavor and texture lost when fat is removed, manufacturers typically overload them with sugar, sodium, and artificial thickeners. You end up trading natural fats for a concoction of processed ingredients that can spike your blood sugar and be more damaging to your health goals.