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What type of fat is most harmful?
Saturated fats.
Why are saturated fats more harmful to health than unsaturated fats?
taste better
Are all fats harmful to your health?
No all fats are not harmful to your body.
Are saturated fats more harmful to health than unsaturated fats?
Yes, saturated fats are generally considered more harmful to health than unsaturated fats because they can raise cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart disease. Unsaturated fats, on the other hand, can have health benefits when consumed in moderation.
What is the difference in the way saturated and unsaturated fats act in the body?
The difference between saturated and unsaturated fats lies in the bond, because the shapes determine how the various fats act in the body.
Can the body make saturated fats when needed?
Yes, the body can synthesize saturated fats when needed through a process called lipogenesis. This occurs primarily in the liver and adipose tissue, where excess carbohydrates and proteins are converted into fatty acids, including saturated fats. While dietary intake of saturated fats is common, the body maintains the ability to produce them as necessary for various physiological functions.
Saturated fats and trans fats raise the body's total cholesterol?
Yes, but trans are much worse.
What foods should you avoid prior to gastric operation?
You should avoid any type of fatty food, such as foods that are high in saturated fats and sugars. These increase your risk and are harmful to your body.
Is it bad for your body if you don't have enough saturated fats?
yes, your body cant survive without some saturated fat, just dont over do it
Is carbohydrates saturated fats?
No, carbohydrates are entirely different from saturated fats.
What is a charecteristic of unsaturated fats?
Saturated fats are lipids that take on a solid form at room temperature. Butter is the prime example for what characteristics a saturated fat has. Saturated fatty acids pack closely together in an orderly manner which produces a compact substance. Saturated fats are not oily in appearance or taste. And they are usually light in color. Saturated fats greatly resemble body fat in appearance and texture.
What are some associated diseases from saturated fats?
Circulatory system diseases, cancer.
