What is the 50 g fat diet and how does it work?
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For adults consuming a 2,000-calorie diet, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend a total fat intake of 44 to 78 grams per day, making the 50 g fat diet a lower-end, yet realistic approach. This dietary strategy restricts fat consumption to approximately 50 grams daily, and its application varies from a medically supervised treatment for malabsorption issues to a modern weight management tool, often combined with protein and fiber goals.
