TOWNSEND LETTER > Nov, 1998
Fats; Mental, Physical and Emotional Intelligence
BookCorners Review on Smart Fats - author Michael Schmidt, PhD - by Joe Campbell, PhD |
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( NOVEMBER 1998)
"Before discussing Smart Fats, a little history on fats might be in order. Born in 1910 on a Western Canadian mixed farm, I experienced life before drastic changes, especially in fat consumption. We enjoyed milk products, a variety of fat pork, beef and poultry. At that time, the prevalence of heart disease, cancer and diabetes, was very low.
Noticeable too, was the low incidence of divorce, violent crimes, suicides and mentally related problems. After World War II, we were told to cut back on animal fats, but increase our consumption of vegetable oil-based products. Medical doctors and dieticians told us it was very healthful. I reluctantly accepted this advice, which we now know, was incorrect. At that time, I had little interest of matters related to fat and human health.
My knowledge in such matters dramatically changed after reading Fats and Oils by Udo Erasmus in 1987. He made an exhaustive study of this very important topic. In 1993, Udo updated his book, now called, Fats That Heal Fats That Kill. This publication is one of the most authoritative books on this very important topic. Canadian companies pioneered cold-pressed oil production in North America..." |
