Is It Okay To Consume Mayonnaise? (4 of 4)

Reduced-Fat Mayonnaise: Yay or Nay?

If your goal is to reduce your intake of fat and calories, some nutritionists might recommend a reduced-fat mayonnaise. Problem solved, right? Well, the thing is, the mayo still needs to be edible. Otherwise, why bother? This is why manufacturers will compensate for the reduced fat by adding starches and sugar. So if you’re concerned about carbs or sugar, lower-fat mayo might not be the right move.