No, it is a monounsaturated fat which has been found to be good for heart health.
It is a non saturated edible fat and as such does not clog your artery's.
olive oil
olive oil ftw
Olive oil: A healthy source of monounsaturated fats. Avocado: Rich in monounsaturated fats and a good source of fiber. Cheese: Dairy product high in saturated fats. Beef: Contains saturated fats, especially in higher fat cuts like ribeye. Butter: Dairy product rich in saturated fats.
Olive oil is considerably rich in monounsaturated fats. Monounsaturated fats are "good fats" that reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Unlike saturated fats, olive oil lowers total cholesterol and low density lipoprotein levels in the blood. It is also known to lower blood sugar levels and blood pressure.
The fat that is solid at room temperature is Saturated fat. There are three main categories of fat: Saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated. It is beneficial to eat fats that are liquid at room temperature such as olive oil. Examples of solid fats include: butter, lard, margarine, tallow, coconut oil, palm oil, shortening, partially hydrogenated vegetable oil, and fully hydrogenated vegetable oil.
Coconut oil
About 1/3 of the fat in vegetable oil is saturated fat.
Yes, coconut oil is high in saturated fat.
yes unsaturated fat is healthy because it "kinks" in its structure compared to saturated fat (unhealthy) which has straight carbonyl bonds. Example of unsaturated fat is olive oil (any oil that is liquid at room temp. expect palm and coconut oil)
No, linseed oil is not a saturated fat; it is a polyunsaturated oil.
Olive oil is an example of unsaturated fat, specifically monounsaturated fat. Corn oil is also an example of unsaturated fat, but it is a polyunsaturated fat. Unsaturated fats are usually liquid at room temperature and are considered healthier fats compared to saturated fats.