Saturated fats and their health benefits

Controversial or not, the subject of truly beneficial fats occupies a place of honor in the theories of Dr. Ray Pete. The type of fats we choose for our diet are key to achieving a fast metabolism, and thus the desired improvements in our health. According to Dr. Peet, it is saturated fats that bring the greatest benefits to the body. To briefly substantiate this thesis, let's take a look at what are some of the main roles of saturated fats in the human body:

What is the role of saturated fat in the human body?

• They are resistant to oxidation, which means they protect your body from the harmful effects of oxygen and oxidants such as iron.

(Thus, saturated fats need less help from antioxidants and lower the risk of developing many types of cancer)

• When incorporated into the cell, reduce inflammation in the body compared to poly- and monounsaturated fats
• Speed up metabolism (especially coconut oil)
• They help regulate blood sugar by slowing the absorption of carbohydrates.
• They contain large amounts of essential fat-soluble vitamins (A, D and K2). These fat-soluble vitamins are mainly found in animal fats. Consuming adequate amounts of dairy products, eggs, meat and fish would supply you with the required amounts of these vitamins.
• They help detoxify and protect the liver, kidneys and pancreas.
• Protect the heart.
• Reduce endotoxin levels in the GIT, thereby strengthening the gut and digestion.

(Endotoxins, also known as lipopolysaccharides (LPS), are bacteria stored in the bacterial cell and are released after cell wall breakdown.)

• They improve the taste of food.