Слайд 1Is Saturated Fat Healthy?
Dr. Alexander Rinehart, DC, MS, CCN, CNS
http://www.DrAlexRinehart.com
Слайд 2Saturated Fats
Are saturated fats “bad” for you?
Saturated fats are diverse
3
Groups
Short-chain
Medium-chain
Long-chain
Each group metabolized differently by the body
Слайд 3Short-Chain Saturated Fatty Acids
Examples: Acetic Acid (C-2), Butyric Acid (C-4), Isovaleric
Acid (C-6)
Commonly produced from fermentation of fiber in the colon
Healthy benefits for immune system & gastrointestinal tract
Слайд 4Medium-Chain Saturated Fatty Acids
Examples: Caprylic (C-8), Capric (C-10), Lauric (C-12), and
sometimes Myristic Acid (C-14)
Sent directly to the liver & burned like simple carbohydrates
May be helpful with neurodegenerative disorders
Support weight loss, energy balance, and immune health
Do not negatively affect cholesterol or insulin levels
Слайд 5Long-Chain Saturated Fatty Acids
Examples: Palmitic (C-16), Stearic (C-18)
Found in animal products
Lead
to rise in Total Cholesterol, HDL and LDL.
Raises HDL to a greater degree!
Help add stability to hormones & cell membranes
Слайд 6Conclusion
Saturated fats are good for you and are not necessarily harmful
unless combined with:
1. High Sugar Diet
2. Sedentary Lifestyle
3. Smoking
4. Man-made toxins in food, water and air
5. Trans fats
6. Insufficient Omega 3 fats (ex. Fish oil)
7. Genetic susceptibilities
Слайд 7
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http://dralexrinehart.com/nutrition-benefits/is-saturated-fat-healthy/
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