[SamAdams76]

Did you happen to be in a country near the Mediterranean? Reason I ask is because the Mediterranean Diet is one of the healthiest in the world. Lots of oils (especially olive oil), meats, fish, nuts, cheese, garlic, etc. Of course, they have lots of pasta and rice too which is supposedly bad for you. But they eat so much of the good stuff (and very little junk) that it is probably more than offset.

Once I get to my target rate, my diet will probably more closely resemble the Mediterranean diet than a low-carb one.

[Revolting cat!]

Northern Europe! Harsh climate, hence the high fat diet. Didn't see many signs of obesity on the streets and in the coutryside; the portions were huge, bread always thickly buttered before you loaded it with cheese and fat meat slices for breakfast and for supper, the hosts encouraged you to get meat slices with the most fat as if that was perfectly natural, and healthier; delicious, creamy desserts with egg custard and whipped cream, and only ice cream was less creamy than ours (and better tasting too), but the hosts would allow you to order a serving smaller than 3 scoops! Had a ball!