Saturated Fats, Cholesterol ConcernsSaturated fats in the diet are a greater contributor to blood cholesterol levels than cholesterol in the diet, although foods containing cholesterol should be a concern when it comes to matters of the heart. Cholesterol intake should be limited in most adult individuals to 300 mg per day. The body naturally manufacturers cholesterol daily - about 1,000 mg's, dependent upon the size and make-up of the individual, still - adequate cholesterol for maintaining cell function. Limit saturated fats to about 10% or less of daily calories; that works out to about 20 grams daily for women and 24 grams for men. Avoid foods containing Trans fats all together as this type of fat is even worse for the body than saturated.
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