10. Dark Chocolate
These days, dark chocolate is synonymous with anti-oxidant and is considered nutritious. But it is also known to pack a high content of saturated fat. Pure baking chocolate contains 32 g/162% DV of saturated fats per 100 g serving. A typical white chocolate bar contains 9.1 g/46% DV of saturated fat. Cocoa powder, based on studies, contains lesser levels of saturated fats, which is about 2%. But there are certain varieties of cocoa powder that have about 25% saturated fat. Therefore, you have to be aware of it by checking labels carefully. If you really love eating chocolate, you have to consume them in moderation. This is the only way you can enjoy eating dark chocolates and reap its health benefits while you minimize the potential adverse effects of saturated fat.
Conclusion
Some of the foods listed above are good for the body. In fact, at some point, you probably thought they were the healthier alternatives. In the case of saturated fats, this is still true. Nuts, fish oils and coconut can still be considered as lesser evils compared to salty and fatty fast-food fare. Just remember to balance your diet and take in food and produce in moderation to keep your blood cholesterol levels low.
