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The Neuro Experience

The Truth about Saturated Fat with Dr. Robert Lustig, MD

Jan 19, 2023
31:46

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  • Different types of saturated fats have varying effects on health, with red meat's correlation to cardiovascular disease attributed to components other than saturated fat.
  • Understanding lipoprotein species like ApoB can offer better risk assessment for heart disease, highlighting the importance of omega-3 fatty acids from wild fish for brain health.

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Understanding Saturated Fat

Saturated fat's impact on health remains controversial. While some research suggests a link between high saturated fat intake and diseases like strokes and atherosclerosis, others argue for its benefits in brain health. The two types of saturated fats, even chain in red meat and odd chain in dairy, have different effects. Red meat consumption shows a correlation with cardiovascular disease, mainly attributed to components like heme, antibiotics, and trans fats, rather than saturated fat itself.

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