Lard

Lard<br> <i>Fat profile:</i> 55 percent unsaturated, 39 percent saturated<br> <i>Pros: </i>Excellent source of vitamin D with less saturated fat than butter.<br> <i>Cons:</i> Can carry pesticide residues, especially if lard is not organic.<br> Best version: Pastured, organic pig lard with higher levels of omega-3s

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Lard
Fat profile: 55 percent unsaturated, 39 percent saturated
Pros: Excellent source of vitamin D with less saturated fat than butter.
Cons: Can carry pesticide residues, especially if lard is not organic.
Best version: Pastured, organic pig lard with higher levels of omega-3s

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