Top 7 Fats That Heal Your Body

Cell Structure

Saturated fats play a crucial role in maintaining cellular structure and overall bodily functions. David Jockers explains that these fats, found in foods like butter, tallow, and coconut oil, are essential for creating strong, stress-resilient cell membranes. He emphasizes that at least 50% of our cell membranes should consist of these structural fats to function properly 1.

Saturated fats are key. Our heart also prefers saturated long chain 16 carbon palmitic and 18 carbon stearic acid for energy.

--- David Jockers

Additionally, saturated fats support bone health by aiding calcium assimilation and protect the liver from harmful substances 2.

   

Hormones & Immunity

Saturated fats are vital for hormone production and immune system function. David Jockers highlights their role in producing major sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen, which are crucial for immune health 1. These fats also help prime white blood cells to combat infections and support the body's defense against cancer 3.

Saturated fats are very good for signaling satiety. So they help us to eat less, lose fat and maintain a normal weight.

--- David Jockers

Moreover, medium-chain fats like lauric acid, found in coconut oil, enhance immune function by killing harmful bacteria and yeast in the gut 4.