Don't confuse him Paul,
Fat is not bad. Too much is bad, not enough is bad, but fat is not inherently bad.
I advise people to write down everything they eat for a week. Then total the macronutrient content (protein/carbs/fats). Then count the calories per day.
This gives you a better snapshot of how you actually eat. And no cheating! write down everything. Each cookie, slice of cheese, bagel, everything.
