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Dyslipidemia / CVD risk
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Limit saturated fat, emphasize fiber, unsaturated plant oils, and minimally processed foods.
Dyslipidemia / CVD risk - limit saturated fat
AHA <6% kcal goal; DGA <10% kcal limit
- Saturated fat: at most 6 %kcal
Eat more: whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, fruit, other vegetables, olive oil, fish. Emphasize fiber-rich plants, unsaturated plant oils, and fish; use liquid plant oils instead of tropical oils.
Limit: red meat, processed meat, fried food, ultraprocessed food. Limit saturated-fat sources such as fatty/processed meats and fried foods.
Aim for less than 6% of calories from saturated fat (AHA, for LDL lowering); less than 10% (Dietary Guidelines) is the upper limit.
Sources
- American Heart Association — Saturated Fats
- American Heart Association — 2026 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association
- U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services — Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030 (10th Edition)
Educational information, not a substitute for professional medical advice.