Saturated Fats
Foods that have cholesterol (that is, food derived from animals) also tend to be high in thick, heavy fats called saturated fats.
Saturated fats, like cholesterol, contribute to heart diseases and cancer. Most plant foods are very low in saturated fat, except for some tropical plant oils like palm and coconut oil which are naturally saturated. Many vegetable oils have been artificially saturated, or "hydrogenated," as the process is often called. They are commonly used in processed junk foods like candy bars, donuts, and French fries, and should be avoided. Read labels to learn how many products contain "partially hydrogenated" fats.
By reducing or eliminating your consumption of animal foods, you will automatically reduce your consumption of cholesterol and saturated fat. This will help your body stay leaner, and your arteries cleaner. And you will dramatically reduce your risk of developing heart disease and many other diet-related diseases2 such as stroke, breast cancer, colon cancer, diabetes3 and obesity.
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