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Some saturated fats are good for you and may be essential. The problem in modern countries is excessive saturated fats--not only do they make you fat but they can contribute to blocked blood vessels which can cause Heart disease or strokes.

There is some evidence that excessive fat consumption also can contribute to cancer.

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