Recorded on: September 30, 2020
10:00 AM CT
Presenters:
Dr. Fabian M. Dayrit
Dept of Chemistry, Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines
Mary T. Newport, M.D.
Physician, Caregiver, Author, International Speaker
Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist
Susan J. Hewlings, PhD, RD.
Science Director, Nutrasource
Current dietary recommendations suggest that we limit saturated fats to avoid cardiovascular disease. Should the recommendations be reconsidered based on new research? The presenters discuss how chain length, molecular structure, and food matrix should be considered when evaluating the impact of saturated fat on human health, particularly cardiovascular disease.