How is saturated fat used in the body?
Saturated fats are used to help build LDL cholesterol, also known as bad cholesterol.For this reason, too much saturated fat in the diet can cause the levels of LDL cholesterol to increase.An increase of LDL cholesterol has been associated with a higher risk for heart disease.A diet high in saturated fat has also been attributed to an increased risk for hardening of the arteries and coronary heart disease.
