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February 2012 PMID 22208554

Saturated fat and cardiovascular disease: the discrepancy between the scientific literature and dietary advice.

Robert Hoenselaar

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What people are saying

The group exhibits high interest and moderate engagement, with posts like 'Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease?' and dismissive comments like 'Never let the evidence get in the way of your ideology,' which reflect a critical stance and active debate. The tone varies from supportive to skeptical, highlighting the ongoing controversy around dietary fats and their health implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the article's assertion that saturated fat may not be directly linked to heart disease, reflected in comments like 'No' and 'There is no evidence saturated fat causes heart disease.'

InterestHigh interest

The posts show high interest, with various users questioning traditional dietary advice and discussing scientific studies, indicating active engagement with the topic.

EngagementHigh engagement

Some posts quote specific aspects of the research or challenge the consensus, such as mentioning the study’s methodology or dismissing the link altogether, showing deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts express skepticism, overall the discussions could influence perceptions of dietary guidelines, hinting at a moderate impact on public opinion or future debates.

Abstract in brief

  • The article examines the inconsistency between the scientific evidence on saturated fat and cardiovascular disease and the dietary advice given, highlighting that most reports lack comprehensive and accurate representation of the research.
  • It finds that major advisory reports often include different studies with little to no overlap, neglect some key evidence (like the effect on HDL cholesterol), and sometimes misrepresent study results, leading to advice not fully supported by science.
  • Overall, the text argues that current dietary recommendations regarding saturated fat are not entirely grounded in the complete scientific literature, calling for more careful and evidence-based guidance.
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DiscoStew
@DiscoStew66 · X

Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

Dec 15, 2021 · 40 likes · 10 shares · 10,766 followers View post →
DiscoStew
@DiscoStew66 · X

Never let the evidence get in the way of your ideology... https://t.co/V8zQJ0mG2e

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@lorenzo_jai @peta @oorcringelol "In the nine studies included, there was a non-significant increased pooled risk..."

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RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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ZahcM
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RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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Rosy Yañez
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# Mentiras en #nutricion que acabarán con tu #salud #referencias 1. https://t.co/bThSeP7o1l 2.PMID: 20071648 sigue leyendo ⬇️ https://t.co/nqPRmPUZHR

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Christopher Kowalewski
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@lorenzo_jai @peta @oorcringelol "In the nine studies included, there was a non-significant increased pooled risk..."

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Roxana Soetebeer, MPHC NNP MHP PFC
@REV_Insulin_Res · X

RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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hmmm...
@grousewalk · X

RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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Giansakidis Dimitris
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RT @NikosNoulezas: Υπάρχει έστω μια απόδειξη ότι τα κορεσμένα λίπη είναι επιβλαβή για την καρδιά, ότι ευθύνονται για αθηροσκληρωση? Η σύντ…

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Claudiney Morais
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RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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Be a refusenik. Do not comply!
@cathyslifecc · X

RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

Dec 15, 2021 · 10 shares · 1,035 followers View post →
Nikos Noulezas
@NikosNoulezas · X

Υπάρχει έστω μια απόδειξη ότι τα κορεσμένα λίπη είναι επιβλαβή για την καρδιά, ότι ευθύνονται για αθηροσκληρωση? Η σύντομη απάντηση είναι όχι. Η μακροσκελή απάντηση είναι όχι. https://t.co/qaQXI003nx

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@armando_doval · X

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RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

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RT @DiscoStew66: Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

Dec 15, 2021 · 10 shares · 1,918 followers View post →
DiscoStew
@DiscoStew66 · X

Is there any evidence saturated fat causes heart disease? Short Answer: No Long Answer: No https://t.co/4nEJCjdwsS

Dec 15, 2021 · 40 likes · 10 shares · 10,766 followers View post →
DiscoStew
@DiscoStew66 · X

Never let the evidence get in the way of your ideology... https://t.co/V8zQJ0mG2e

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