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saturated fat


Saturated fats are found in meat and dairy products, and they can raise cholesterol levels in the blood. They should be limited to less than 7 percent of your total daily calories, or about 140 calories on a 2,000-calorie diet. While certain plant foods, such as palm or coconut oils, also contain saturated fats, they do not contain cholesterol.


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