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Saturated fats often get a bad rap. Claims over the last 30 years have falsely linked fat and saturated fats to an increased risk of heart disease, obesity, and high cholesterol.
But that’s not always true. Fat is actually vital to a healthy diet, and the right types of saturated fats can even provide important health benefits. For thousands of years, the ancient traditions of yoga and Ayurvedic medicine have referred to a particular saturated fat as “liquid gold” with incredible healing powers.
I swear by this fat, and I’ll use it in smoothies and soups, or to enhance the flavor in rice dishes. It is the most common cooking oil in India, and it is known for its deliciously sweet flavor.