The Truth About Saturated Fat and Heart Disease (Latest Research!)
The Truth About Saturated Fat and Heart Disease (Latest Research!)  
Podcast: Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
Published On: Thu Feb 12 2026
Description: In this episode, Dr. David Jockers explains the latest research on saturated fat and its role in heart disease. He breaks down why many studies don't link saturated fat to higher heart disease risk and what factors actually matter when assessing fat consumption.   You'll discover why oxidative stability, not the smoke point, is the real key when choosing fats for cooking. Dr. Jockers shares which fats are most stable and why they're better for your health in the long term.   We also dive into the role saturated fat plays for those with specific genetic markers, like APOE4 carriers. Dr. Jockers discusses how certain individuals might need to limit their intake of saturated fats to improve their health outcomes. In This Episode:  00:00 Oreo Cookies vs. Statins: Surprising Cholesterol Findings 00:16 Introduction to Saturated Fat and Heart Disease 03:31 The Lipid Hypothesis and Saturated Fat 04:30 Debunking Myths: Studies on Saturated Fat 08:56 The Role of Saturated Fat in Cell Health 10:45 Best Sources of Saturated Fats 14:38 When Saturated Fat Can Be Problematic 18:35 Cooking with Saturated Fats 20:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts When it comes to cooking, Chef Foundry offers the perfect solution with their P 600 ceramic cookware, which is free from Teflon, PFAS, and plastic coatings. Made with Swiss-engineered ceramic, this cookware makes it easy to prepare healthy meals without the toxins. Take 20% off with code SAFE20 at chefsfoundry.com/jockers and upgrade your kitchen today.   Scientists have discovered that hair loss is not caused by aging, but by hair follicles getting switched off. AnaGain Nu, a clinically studied compound derived from pea sprouts, is designed to reactivate dormant hair follicles and support visible regrowth. Purity Health combines AnaGain Nu with their advanced liposomal delivery system to improve absorption and effectiveness. Right now, you can try it with a buy one, get one free offer, backed by a 180-day money-back guarantee, giving you six months to see results risk-free. Visit https://renewyourhair.com/drj to access this exclusive deal.     "If you don't break down the fats well, they can be a carrier for bad gut microbes to get into the bloodstream."  ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Visit chefsfoundry.com/jockers for 20% off with code SAFE20. Visit https://renewyourhair.com/drj Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/   If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/