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Is Saturated Fat Bad for You?

Saturated fats have a bad reputation. Why is that? We’ll look at what saturated fat is, what kinds of foods have it and why you should keep your consumption to a minimum.

Is Saturated Fat Bad

In This Article:

  • Saturated fat differs molecularly from other forms of fat, but the main difference to know is that it is highly “saturated” with hydrogen atoms and contains singular bonds. It can be found in meat, dairy, oil and fried food.
  • Saturated fat can raise your cholesterol and increase your risk for heart disease and stroke. Only 5 to 6 percent of your diet should come from saturated fat.
  • Aim to replace saturated fats with healthier alternatives, such as mono- and polyunsaturated fats. These types of fats are usually found in nuts, seeds, avocados, and vegetable oils like olive and canola.

Quick Tip Now

Not all fats are created equal – and neither are all sugars. Get the scoop on which sugars are okay to eat and which types you should avoid here.



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