? for non-Atkins - how much fat does your body need?

[newholiday]

Ive been eating about 20% fat, about 43.44 grams. This is averaged over the past month.
Is this enough? Doc told me last yr to get my fat % under 33. Other people are telling me differently.

 

[DoeWDW]

Dr. Dean Ornish would be pleased! He recommends a low fat diet to combat heart disease. I wouldn't go much below 20% though, since your body does need "some" fat. If your hair is getting brittle and your nails are breaking easily, then you may not be getting enough fat in your diet.

 

[newholiday]

thank you - I feel better now
I'll keep an eye on my nails and hair but so far, so good
And yes that's why Im doing this - heart disease is hereditary in our family