[mirsadm]

I think the biggest issue is that high (saturated) fat is often combined with high carb (refined sugars, starchy foods etc). My diet consists of high fat / low carb foods and it simply works (for me...). I've lost weight (without trying) and my energy levels are much more predictable and stable. I never watch how much I eat because my body will naturally stop be from overeating.

[dools]

I found that "mentally" what worked for me was focusing on increasing fibre intake, rather than reducing sugar intake.

The effect is basically the same but I find it easier from a discipline perspective to focus on including more high fibre foods (even in "treats" and dessert foods) thank I do to "cut out" things that I enjoy.

[eniacpx]

I agree, I lost a load of weight doing this. I still eat treats but I make them with whole wheat flour and I typically reduce the sugar content as well.