What the Heck Is Saturated Fat?

Most of us have heard the term saturated fat all our lives without understanding it. How can fat be “saturated?” Does that mean it’s soaking wet? And is unsaturated fat dry? And if so, is polyunsaturated fat dry in multiple ways?

Let’s clear this up right now. It’s a sin to go through life ignoring facts that could prevent a heart attack or cancer.

Fats in General

Fat molecules are chains of carbon atoms with hydrogen atoms along their sides like legs on a centipede. (Remember this. It’s the only chemistry you’ll need here.)
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