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032: Is Coconut Oil Killing Us?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 39 implied HN points • 24 Jun 17
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Heart Disease Fats Studies Research
  1. Recent headlines on coconut oil are causing discussion about its health impacts, specifically on heart disease.
  2. The position paper from the American Heart Association discusses the risks associated with coconut oil consumption but also highlights its benefits beyond heart health.
  3. Historical examples from traditional Pacific island diets and research studies suggest that coconut oil may not be as harmful as previously thought and can have positive effects on health.

Saturated Fat Does a Body Good

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 19 implied HN points • 22 May 16
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Diet Health Benefits Fats Metabolism
  1. Saturated fat is found in specific foods and not just in animal foods. Coconut is a rich source of saturated fat.
  2. Saturated fats are essential for membranes and proteins in the body. They play a crucial role in maintaining health.
  3. Certain saturated fats like MCTs and butyrate support energy metabolism and intestinal health. Consuming necessary fats in the diet may help spare the body from having to produce them.

Myth: One High-Saturated Fat Meal Can Be Bad

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jan 09
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Research Myths Fats Health Effects
  1. Eating one high-saturated fat meal may not be as harmful as popularly believed, as research findings were misinterpreted and exaggerated.
  2. The study on saturated fat and arterial health had limitations, such as small sample size, and failed to conclusively link saturated fat intake to inflammation.
  3. The difference in the study's findings between coconut oil and safflower oil could potentially be attributed to the varied vitamin E content in the oils rather than the type of fat, highlighting the need for further research.

Know Your Fats!

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jul 08
🏥 Health & Wellness Fats Nutrition Biochemistry Cholesterol Science
  1. Know Your Fats by Mary G. Enig, PhD is a valuable resource on understanding fats and oils.
  2. The book is beneficial for those familiar with biochemistry and for beginners wanting to learn about basic fat biochemistry.
  3. Dr. Enig clarifies misconceptions about fats, discusses the roles of saturated fats and cholesterol, and provides detailed information on different types of fats and oils.
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