Saturated Fats
A healthy, balanced diet requires only a small amount of fat. Fat contains essential fatty acids that the body cannot create on its own. Fat promotes vitamin A, D, and E absorption. Because these vitamins are fat-soluble, they can only be absorbed when coupled with fat.
Saturated and unsaturated fats are the two main types of fat in our diet, and most meals contain a mix of the two. Saturated fats such as butter, milk, cheese, and red meat should be avoided in favor of unsaturated fats and oils such as rapeseed or olive oil, which are healthier for our hearts and overall health.
Saturated fats are present in a wide range of foods, both sweet and savory. The bulk of them come from animal sources, such as meat and dairy products, as well as some from plants, such as palm oil and coconut oil.
There is solid evidence that connects saturated fat to high cholesterol levels. Diabetes UK and the British Dietetic Association are asking doctors not to recommend high-saturated-fat diets (3). Any diet suggested for type 2 diabetes patients should be evidence-based and tailored to the individual. As a consequence, diabetics can continue to be advised to follow low carbohydrate or Mediterranean diets low in saturated fats.
Eating meals low in dangerous fats, particularly saturated and trans fats, is critical for minimizing diabetes risk. It can also help you lose weight, especially when paired with exercise.
