Saturated fat
Measured in g · fatty acid
Saturated fat is a type of fat that is solid at room temperature, measured in grams.
Why it matters
Dietary guidelines generally suggest moderating saturated fat. Comparing it helps you choose between similar foods.
Top food sources
Highest published foods per 100 g. Values are source-traceable (USDA FoodData Central).
| # | Food | per 100 g (g) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coconut oil | 82.5 |
| 2 | Palm kernel oil | 81.5 |
| 3 | Ghee (clarified butter) | 61.9 |
| 4 | Cocoa butter oil | 59.7 |
| 5 | Butter, salted | 51.4 |
| 6 | Beef tallow | 49.8 |
| 7 | Palm oil | 49.3 |
| 8 | Butter, whipped | 45.4 |
| 9 | Coconut, dried (unsweetened) | 41.7 |
| 10 | Lard (pork fat) | 39.2 |
| 11 | Coconut cream, raw | 30.8 |
| 12 | Chicken fat (schmaltz) | 29.8 |
| 13 | Coconut meat, raw | 29.7 |
| 14 | Chocolate hazelnut spread | 28.4 |
| 15 | Nutmeg, ground | 25.9 |
Frequently asked questions
- What is Saturated fat?
- Saturated fat is a type of fat that is solid at room temperature, measured in grams.
- What foods are highest in Saturated fat?
- Among the foods in Foodatron, the richest sources of Saturated fat per 100 g include Coconut oil, Palm kernel oil, Ghee (clarified butter), Cocoa butter oil, Butter, salted. The full ranked list is on this page.
- What is Saturated fat measured in?
- Saturated fat is measured in g. Foodatron shows every food's Saturated fat per 100 g edible portion.
- Why is Saturated fat important?
- Dietary guidelines generally suggest moderating saturated fat. Comparing it helps you choose between similar foods.
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