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What is the basis of our increased concern about saturated fats, cholesterol and trans-fatty acids?

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Heart disease: Increasing intake of saturated fats/trans fats typically drives up the cholesterol and in particular the bad cholesterol (ldl/triglyceride) components. Elevated levels of these are associated with increased cardiovascular risk. The high caloric load typical for fatty foods also adversely affects cardiac health.

Answered 8/23/2012

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