on the last pg. of TSPII the ? is posed "What is your response to rhe research that says saturated fats increase insulin resistance?" the answer " It is the consumption of damaged fats and the underconsumption of healthy fats that increase the risk of insulin resistance more than the consumption of saturated fats." then it says to refer to pg. 244.

There ar 4 paragraphs there in the topic SATURATED FATS " In theory, saturated fats are not bad for you. They are used as a form of energy, are important in brain function and are needed to build cell membranes.

However, if you have a badly damaged metabolism and cannot burn saturated fats for energy or use them to rebuild biochemicals, they can keep your blood sugar levels higher. The higher blood-sugar levels will cause higher insulin levels, which in turn leads to increased cholesterol and triglyceride production, higher blod pressure, further weight gain or the inability to lose weight, and increased inflammation of your joints and bones. Over time, diabetes, blood-pressure levels, fat-weight problems, plaque buildup in your arteries and arthritis may get worse.

If you already have any of these conditions, you may need to be on a lower-saturated fat plan until your metabolism heals (Refer to the Special Dietary Recommendations starting on page 319 in this chapter).

This does not mean you are going on a low-fat diet. You will need to eat plenty of monounsaturated and healthy polyunsaturated oils instead of saturated fats. You will also need to make sure that your ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acid intake is at least 1-3."