Saturated fat
Topic
A saturated fat is a type of fat in which the fatty acid chains have only single bonds between the carbon atoms. Because they lack double bonds, these fats are fully saturated with hydrogen atoms and are typically solid at room temperature. They are commonly found in animal products and certain plant oils.
What experts have said about Saturated fat
2 statements · 2 negative
Saturated fat can raise lipoproteins associated with heart disease.
“it does raise the risk of, we raise the levels of lipoproteins or cholesterol molecules that cause heart disease”
Open the episode · Harvard Professor: “I Tried Every Diet. This Is By Far The Worst.” - Daniel Lieberman - #1137Listen at 10:18
Higher saturated-fat intake is associated with less deep sleep.
“higher intakes of saturated fat, less deep sleep”
Open the episode · Eating for Better Sleep & Foods that Improve Metabolic Health | Dr. Marie-Pierre St-OngeListen at 0:11
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