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Tallow
Tallow
Low concern
Tallow is a high-saturated-fat animal fat (~50% saturated). CDC and NIH dietary guidelines recommend limiting saturated fat to <10% of calories due to cardiovascular risk.
Found in
396 products
What it is
Rendered fat from cattle or sheep, solid at room temperature.
Cooking fat and shortening.
Why it's flagged
- High in saturated fat (~50%); excessive intake raises cardiovascular risk per AHA guidance
What regulators actually say
"Beef tallow — saturated fatty acids 49.8 g/100 g."
"Eating foods with a lot of saturated and trans fats can raise unhealthy cholesterol levels."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Conventional food fat (USDA FSIS-regulated for production).
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food fat.
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