Just when you thought there was nothing left to say about saturated fat; saturated fat seems to be having a moment. Whether it's the carnivore diet or the new US nutritional guidelines, saturated fat has been getting renewed attention.

In this episode we go into some of the details on how saturated fats affect your health. Is saturated fat always bad? How much is too much? How much is enough? And what's the deal with coconuts!? We cover it all.

Further Reading

What the Hell are Triglycerides?

What's Cholesterol?

Lipids!

Saturated Fats, Dairy Foods and Cardiovascular Health: No Longer a Curious Paradox

The Effects of Coconut Oil Consumption on Cardiovascular Risk Factors