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Saturated fats Saturated fats are found predominantly in animal products such as meat and dairy products, and are strongly associated with higher cholesterol levels.�Tropical oils such as palm, coconut, and coconut butter, are also high in saturated fats.
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| Review Date: 7/19/2004 12:00:00 AM
Reviewed By: Kevin M. Fosnocht, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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