Saturated fats are solid at room temperature which reflects their stability, meaning when they are exposed to heat they do not create toxic oxidation products since they don't have an extra double bond which can react with oxygen
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While there are many other fats, including monounsaturated fats, that are very healthy, they are not a good choice to cook with since the heat will oxidize and damage them
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Grass-Fed Ghee
My all-time favorite fat! This heat stable, incredibly delicious clarified butter tastes amazing and is the best option for high heat cooking (I also use it on low heat/non heated stuff all the time👍🏻) *High heat cooking* (max 425° F)
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Coconut Oil
No surprise here. With all the coconut oil craze most people realize it's a great option for cooking and consuming in general. *Medium/low heat cooking* (max 350° F)
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Lard, Beef Tallow, and Duck Fat
Naturally existing animal fat is a delicious, satiating, healthy fat to consume with one major cave...