https://www.empirical.health/blog/saturated-fats-cholesterol-heart-disease/
| Fatty acid | Carbon chain | Relative potency | Primary food sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauric acid (C12:0) | 12 carbons | Moderate | Coconut oil, palm kernel oil |
| Myristic acid (C14:0) | 14 carbons | Highest per gram | Dairy fat, coconut oil, nutmeg |
| Palmitic acid (C16:0) | 16 carbons | Moderate, but highest total impact | Palm oil, meat, dairy, most foods |