One Cheese Sandwich Equals 5 Pieces Of Deep Fried Chicken In Fat

Thinking of one of those tempting cheese sandwiches? Think saturated fat. New researches conducted in London recently show that one cheese sandwich contains saturated fat equivalent to 5 pieces of deep fried chicken.

Experts have already warned against the consumption of saturated fat because of its direct relation to LDL blood cholesterol and heart disease risks. More studies on similar lines have suggested that too much saturated fat is problematic even if the cholesterol is not high. There are possible effects on insulindefine functions, potential risk of diabetes, cancerdefine, ovarian disorders, along with other health problems.

Sian Porter, nutritionist and state registered dietitian is well respected for her expertise in this field for over 15 years. Sian found that a cheddar cheese and pickle sardine sandwich from the food chain EAT contained 14.6g of saturated fat. Products from other stores were not far away with Pret a Manger’s buttie having 14.3g of fat, Tesco’s having 13.7g of fat and sandwiches of Sainsbury containing 13g of fat.

Surveys suggest that American adults consume on average about 12 percent of their calories from saturated fat. However, the Advisory Committee for the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommended a maximum target of 10 percent of calories for most adults. This target translates to 20 grams (g) per day for the average adult. People who are smaller, less active, or trying to lose weight, would have an 18 g daily limit, while those with higher calorie needs could eat 24 or 25 g per day.

The Sun quoted Sian Porter saying, “We don’t realize how much saturated fat a cheese sandwich can contain.”

Jim Winship of the British Sandwich Association had a different tune to sing. He said the research findings were quite ludicrous because other food items contain much higher fat levels.