FAT and Coronary Heart Disease
A Study by the Journal of the American College of Nutrition: Types of Dietary Fat and Risk of Coronary Heart Disease: Types of Dietary Fat and Risk of Coronary Heart Disease High intakes of trans fat can contribute to increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Increases LDL and triglycerides while lowering the HDL High intake of trans fat can promote insulin resistance in humans. 1987 Study: Margarine was associated with a 50% increase in heart disease. Butter, beef, pork, and