I've heard from various places that someone trying to lose fat should avoid meals that are simultaneously high in carbs and fat. This makes sense, given that carbs cause insulin to be released, which causes fat uptake by adipose tissue. My question isn't so much about whether one should have their meals be either a fat and protein meal or a carbs and protein meal although you can comment if you like. I'm specifically wondering what happens to the fat in the bloodstream when it isn't being herded into fat cells by insulin following a meal that is high in fat but virtually free of carbs. While I appreciate keeping fat out of my belly, I would presume that my triglyceride levels would be elevated longer if they aren't given a home there. Could someone explain what happens to triglyceride levels (and perhaps free fatty acid levels) in the blood following a meal when insulin production is minimal due to minimal carbs? Is there a downside to not having carbs with fat?
For what it's worth, most of my fat intake comes from nuts, avocado, and EV olive oil, and I use organic coconut oil a few times a week. I love cheese and red meat but I don't eat them all that often. And I avoid hydrogenated oil like the plague.
For what it's worth, most of my fat intake comes from nuts, avocado, and EV olive oil, and I use organic coconut oil a few times a week. I love cheese and red meat but I don't eat them all that often. And I avoid hydrogenated oil like the plague.