Can excess oil in food cause a heart attack

Can excess oil in food cause a heart attack?

I have been seeing a lot of commercials on television these days that show a connection between oil and heart health. Which is the most recommended oil for heart health? Can excess oil in food cause a heart attack?

3 Answers

Luis E. Augsten

Cardiologist

Marathon, FL

YES

Bhupendra Pathik

Cardiologist

Burwood East, Victoria

Between 60 and 80.

Julia G. Ansari

Cardiologist

Olive oil is good. Oil contains triglycerides that is a component of cholesterol and that can accumulate in the coronary arteries and over time through a process of ocudation and activation of immune modular system causes plaque formation, hence it is recommend to cut down on oil or other high-fat or unstatututated carbohydrates.