Public Health England strongly criticise report calling for people to eat more fat and stop counting calories to tackle

Public Health England strongly criticise report calling for people to eat more fat and stop counting calories to tackle

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The video discusses conflicting dietary advice, focusing on the debate over low-fat products. A new report challenges the belief that low-fat is healthier, suggesting instead to cut carbs and eat natural fats. The National Obesity Forum criticizes government guidelines, advocating for a return to unprocessed foods and dismissing calorie counting. The government, however, labels the report as irresponsible, emphasizing the risks of saturated fats and calorie overconsumption. The video highlights the confusion surrounding dietary advice and the difficulty in knowing whom to trust.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the new report suggest about dietary habits?

Snack frequently

Increase carbohydrate intake

Avoid eating fats

Cut carbs and eat fat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the National Obesity Forum say about full-fat dairy?

It is the same as low-fat dairy

It is likely beneficial

It should be avoided

It causes heart disease

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the report, what should be avoided in processed foods?

Full-fat dairy

High protein content

Low-fat or light labels

Natural fats

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the government's stance on saturated fat?

It is essential for a healthy diet

It increases blood cholesterol

It has no effect on health

It decreases cholesterol

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major cause of obesity according to the government?

Eating too few calories

Consuming too many calories

Avoiding saturated fats

Eating full-fat dairy