Saturated fats and trans fats are bad for you because they help create bad cholesterol that can lead to coronary artery disease.

Saturated fats are found in animal products and certain oils. For example, palm oil and meatballs contain saturated fats.
Trans fats don’t exist in nature. They appear as a byproduct when good oils turn into firm fats and don’t let bread go bad. For example, trans fats are found in sweet donuts and margarine.

The good news is that you don’t need to stop eating all types of fats to be healthy. On the contrary, some fats are actually good for you:

Monounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, nuts, and avocados. They lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Polyunsaturated fats are fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6, which can be found in fatty fish (sardines, salmon), walnuts, and flax seeds. They build healthy cells and nerve fibers.

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