These are saturated fats, cholesterol and obesity. All fats are composed mainly of triglycerides. Of these three, saturated fatty acids are the main culprit in raising blood cholesterol. Foods high in saturated fat come from both animals and plants. Animal-based foods containing lots of saturated fat include butter, beef tallow, lard and poultry fat.
Seafood contains a small amount.
Plant-based oils containing saturated fat include coconut oil, palm kernel oil, palm oil and cocoa butter. And it's found in foods that come from animals, such as meats, poultry, fish, seafood and dairy products. Be sure to visit A World of Choices to discover more about these food groups. People who are overweight or obese are more likely to develop heart disease and stroke, even if they have no other risk factors. Obesity is unhealthy because excess weight puts more strain on your heart.