saturated fat

A growing number of scientists and researchers argue that saturated fat may not be that harmful and that limits on its intake shouldn’t be so stringent.

Most vegetable oils consist primarily of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that are more prone to oxidation than saturated animal fats.

Saturated fats exhibit greater stability when exposed to heat and oxygen, its type and smoke point determine how they should be used appropriately.