Saturated vs Unsaturated Fatty Acids Saturated fats Holds all the hydrogen atoms it can Usually solid at room temperature Found in animal fats and tropical oils Fats in beef, pork, egg yolks and dairy foods are higher in saturated fatty acids than those in chicken and fish High intake of saturated fats is associated with an increased risk of heart disease Unsaturated fats Have at least one unsaturated bond-- a place where hydrogen can be added to the molecule Usually liquids at room temperature Most vegetable fats: olive, canola, soybean, corn, and cottonseed oils Unsaturated fats have been associated with a reduced risk of heart disease