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Diet Advice About Saturated FatWhat is Saturated Fat?Saturated fat (includes hydrogenated or trans fats) is the least healthy of all dietary fats. With a couple of exceptions, (palm oil, coconut oil) it is found only in animal foods and is typically solid at room temperature. Since our body manufactures its own saturated fat we don't need to include any in our diet. Sources of Saturated FatCommon food sources of saturated fat include: butter, lard, animal meat, chicken skin, cheese, cream and milk. Certain vegetable oils, like coconut and palm oil, used in processed foods, are also high in saturated fat. Saturated Fat Raises LDL Blood CholesterolSaturated fat raises bad cholesterol (low-density-lipoprotein - LDL) and is linked to higher levels of cholesterol, heart disease, strokes and breast cancer. For optimum health and nutrition, reduce or (ideally) eliminate your saturated fat intake, especially if you suffer from elevated blood pressure or cholesterol levels, or have problems metabolizing fats. Dietary Fat ResourcesBest Fats
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