About Cholesterol: Are All Fats Created Equally?

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Cholesterol Cholesterol Risk & Testing Treatment Diet & Meal Plans From Jennifer Moll, your Guide to Cholesterol One of the first things you learn when beginning a cholesterol-lowering diet is to stay away from fat. However, all fats are not created equally. While there are some fats you should limit in your diet, there are other types of fats that are considered heart-healthy. Understanding Your Fats There are two main fats you need to educate yourself on if you are trying to lower your cholesterol: saturated fats and unsaturated fats. Although there is one type of fat you need to consume minimal amounts of, the other type of fat is actually heart healthy. See More About:  heart disease prevention  cholesterol and lifestyle changes  low cholesterol diets Fat Free, Low Fat, Lean: What Does It Mean? If you have looked at the packages of your favorite foods lately, you might have seen obscure nutritional claims, such as "less fat" or "low cholesterol." What does do these statements mean about the food you are consuming? This article has the answers you're looking for. See More About:  cholesterol friendly foods  cholesterol and lifestyle changes  low cholesterol diets Unsaturated and Saturated Fats: What's the Difference? Knowing the difference between saturated fats and unsaturated fats, which are two main types of fats found in food, could help lower your cholesterol. See More About:  high cholesterol prevention  lowering ldl cholesterol  healthy snacks Which Foods Are High In Trans Fats? Trans fats have a bad reputation in that they can raise cholesterol levels. Learn more about these types of fats and which foods contain these types of fats. See More About:  cholesterol friendly foods  high cholesterol prevention  healthy snacks Cholesterol Ads Cholesterol Low Cholesterol Diet Cholesterol High HDL To Lower Cholesterol Butter Fats Featured Articles Are Fat-Free Foods Really Free Of Fat? What Does the Label "Low Cholesterol" Really Mean? Difference Between Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated Fats Tips to Lower High Cholesterol by Cutting Fat From Your Diet Which Foods Are High In Saturated Fat? Top 10 Low Fat Foods To Stock In Your Pantry   More from About.com Essential Medical Tests for Women For women, certain medical tests and health screenings are recommended on a yearly basis. Learn which screenings are essential for your health, and why. More> Finding the Right Doctor Whether you need a new primary care doctor or a specialist to take care of specific symptoms, you'll want to follow these guidelines to choose the right physician for your medical care. More> This newsletter is written by: Jennifer Moll Cholesterol Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Cholesterol newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What Is High Cholesterol? Symptoms of High Cholesterol Diagnosis of High Cholesterol Treatment of High Cholesterol Prevention of High Cholesterol Advertisement