Why Butter and Coconut Oil Are Good for You

Have you been steering clear of saturated fats? Years of independent research find there is no reason to avoid butter and coconut oil.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Data show that higher levels of dairy fat biomarkers are associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular events and all-cause mortality. The link appears to be odd-chain saturated fats, like pentadecanoic acid (C15:0)

• People with higher levels of C15:0 had a lower incidence of heart disease risk in a linear dose-dependent manner. Data com…