9. The Best Fats for the Best Health: Part 2 (Dairy and Saturated Fats)

Are dairy and saturated fats secretly sabotaging your health, or are they essential parts of a balanced diet? Many arguments rely on assumptions rather than concrete evidence. Miles Hassell, MD aims to shed light on this issue by focusing on research-backed outcomes.   Miles Hassell, MD reminds listeners of the  importance of making dietary decisions based on a wide range of studies rather than a single piece of research. This method provides a more accurate picture of how dairy and saturated fats affect our health.   A few takeaways from Miles Hassell, MD: Fermented dairy products like yogurt, kefir, and cheese have been shown to offer several advantages, including: reduced risk of bone fractures, blood pressure regulation, enhanced blood sugar management and better cholesterol levels.  Higher saturated fat intake has been associated with a lower risk of stroke. Avoid hydrogenated and highly processed oils. Selecting the right types and consuming them in balanced amounts is vital for reaping benefits without compromising health.   Miles Hassell, MD reminds us to enjoy dairy in moderation and to opt for fermented varieties for the best health outcomes. Making informed dietary choices based on comprehensive data is crucial for maintaining overall well-being.   Join the cause! Support the podcast and be a champion of a future episode by donating here: https://greatmed.org/donate/ For more information and references head to: https://greatmed.org Purchase Good Food Great Medicine    Twitter (X): https://x.com/greatmedorg Instagram: @mileshassellmd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/GreatMedorg/61554645308577/ Substack: https://substack.com/@greatmed YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@greatmedicine email: [email protected]   References for Today's Episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31603185/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36822397/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36745637/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32447398/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256873/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35945656/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28374228/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26786887/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27765039/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34258627/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31904812/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25641952/ https://www.thepharmajournal.com/archives/?year=2020&vol=9&issue=10&ArticleId=5237 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30742202/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29444771/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35231930/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32330232/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33766258/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35807749/