Definition of «dietary saturated fat»

Dietary saturated fat refers to the type of saturated fat found in foods that are consumed as part of a person's diet. Saturated fats are typically solid at room temperature and have been linked to an increased risk of heart disease when consumed in excessive amounts.

Sentences with «dietary saturated fat»

A high dietary saturated fat intake from foods like cheese and chicken is linked to periodontal disease. (nutritionfacts.org)
However, replacing dietary saturated fats with carbohydrates is associated with an increase in cardiovascular disease risk. (articles.mercola.com)
Only then will the percentage of calories from dietary saturated fats drop substantially and the enormous number of preventable cases of cardiovascular disease drop significantly. (medium.com)
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