Fatty Acids
Many people regard fat as an adversary to their good health. It is true that excessive intake of certain fats can result in serious medical problems. However, not all fats are the same. In...
Tagged: Saturated Fats
Good fats and bad fats
This is possibly the most confusing topic in the field of nutrition, and the problem is made worse because in many cases, nutritionists, doctors and scientists really don’t’ know all the answers. Fats have...
Saturated Fats
Saturated fats are usually solid or waxy at room temperature. Foods contain a mix of varius types of the following saturated fats: lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, and stearic acid. Animal-derived foods and...
Cholesterol and Fats
Cholesterol Cholesterol is a waxy, fatlike substance that occurs naturally in your body and is made by your liver. Your body uses cholesterol for various functions, including protecting nerves, making tissues, and producing hormones....