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Tag: saturated fatty acid

Does the Type of Saturated Fat You Eat Matter?

Does the Type of Saturated Fat You Eat Matter?

Saturated fat has been a source of recent controversy. Once believed to be a major contributor to heart disease, the evidence that they’re heart unhealthy is weakening. Also, not all saturated fats have the same effects on the body, plant-based ones, for example, may have some unexpected benefits. This article discusses saturated fat and the role it plays in health and heart disease.

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Do Some Types of Fat Make It Harder to Control Your Appetite?

Do Some Types of Fat Make It Harder to Control Your Appetite?

Are you having problems controlling your appetite? Try changing the types of fats you eat. A recent study shows that certain types of fat can interfere with appetite hormones like leptin and make it easier to overeat. Find out what types of fats to cut back on and what you can replace them with.

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