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What is the difference between saturated and trans fat?

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Saturated fat 

   Saturated fat  are fat does not contain double bonds in their chemical composition, they are saturated with hydrogen atoms, and because of their chemical structure they are in solid state at room temperature, and can be obtained from a variety of foods, and remind them what comes : 

  • Animal meat, such as: beef, poultry. 
  • Vegetable oils, such as: palm seed oil, or coconut oil. 
  • Dairy products such as milk, cheese, butter. 
  • Processed meat, such as sausage and bacon. 
  • Prepacked snacks such as: biscuits, pastries. 

Unsaturated fats 


  Unsaturated fats are distinguished by being liquid at room temperature, and they differ from saturated fats in that their chemical composition contains one or more bilateral bonds. This type of fat is divided into two types, which are: 

  • Monounsaturated fats: This type of polyunsaturated fat has only one double bond, and is liquid at room temperature, and can be obtained from canola oil and olive oil
  • Polyunsaturated fats: This type of polyunsaturated fat contains two or more double bonds, which is liquid at room temperature, and can be obtained from sunflower oil and corn oil. 

The effect of body fat types  


  Studies have found that people with heart disease or at risk of developing heart problems have greater amounts of saturated fats in their diet, and more research has found that saturated fats can increase levels of harmful cholesterol ; consuming too much low-density cholesterol can increase the risk Heart disease, but some studies have not recorded any important effects of reducing saturated fats on the risk of heart disease and strokes, while unsaturated fats are linked to health benefits, as it was found that people from Greece and the sea areas The average have a lower rate of heart disease despite eating a high-fat diet, as unsaturated fats help lower harmful cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation, and build stronger cell membranes in the body.  

The recommended amount of fat 


   The body needs fats, but saturated fats should be consumed in moderation. The American Heart Association recommends limiting the amount of saturated fats intake to less than 6% of the total daily caloric intake, which is equivalent to about 120 calories, or about 13 grams per day in a daily diet. It contains 2000 calories, and the total intake of fats should be between 20-35%, which equates to 44-77 grams of total fat per day in a diet containing 2000 calories.

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