Cholesterol too high: Which fat you eat is crucial.. As of: January 31, 2024, 12:49 p.m By: Natalie Hull-Deichsel CommentsPressSplit Fat doesn't have the best reputation, but it is important for the body.
Both plant and animal foods contain fat called fatty acids. A distinction is made between monounsaturated, polyunsaturated and saturated. Saturated fatty acids are often said to be harmful, but ultimately the amount consumed is also crucial. Men consume around 16 percent and women around 15 percent of saturated fatty acids every day.