High Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS
Saturated Fat Lies Exposed: It Does Not Clog Your Arteries, Cause Heart Disease
Mar 28, 2024
A review of randomized control trials debunks the myth that saturated fat clogs arteries or increases heart disease risk. It discusses the lack of impact on mortality by reducing saturated fat intake for 2 years and the potential prevention of second heart attacks. The podcast also explores the effects of replacing saturated fats with other nutrients and the misconceptions surrounding fats and health.
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- Reducing saturated fat intake may not impact overall mortality but could lower cardiovascular events by 21%.
- Manipulating saturated fat in the diet showed minimal effect on preventing first heart attacks.
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Saturated Fat Consumption and Cardiovascular Disease Risk
The systematic review discussed in the podcast found no correlation between saturated fat consumption and cardiovascular disease risk or mortality. Despite the long-standing concerns about saturated fat, particularly in relation to heart health, the review highlighted that reducing saturated fat intake for at least two years likely has little to no impact on overall mortality. However, it may lead to a 21% reduction in individuals experiencing cardiovascular events, especially for those who have already had a cardiovascular event.
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