Fats IntoleranceYou probably know or remember when, in the 90’s, America got caught up in a low fats craze. At that time we lost site of one very important fact; our body needs fat to function properly. It
To sum up, we can’t live without fat so ... Reducing Fat Intake Not the AnswerWhile, too much of the wrong kind of fat promotes weight gain, too little dietary fat can cause other health problems. What you may not realize is that even if you are including enough in your diet, you can experience a deficiency if your body is low on lipase.Lipase is the enzyme that facilitates fat digestion and a shortage can inhibit the breakdown of Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) for absorption into your bloodstream and lymphatic system. This results in reduced delivery to your tissues and cells. Are you overweight?If you are overweight you are probably lacking in EFA. To compensate, you may get cravings for fatty or salty foods.Since your body doesn’t discriminate between healthy and unhealthy kinds, you may eat fried, hydrogenated or otherwise processed fat. What to Look ForIf you have fat intolerance you may experience bloating, gas, cramping and diarrhea after eating a meal.If you are experiencing any kind of food intolerance, your first option should be to look for a good quality digestive enzyme. For more information on how enzymes assist digestion, please see
Enzymes in Digestion
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