Macro partitioning

Higher dietary intake of linoleic acid (LA) is inversely associated with the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) events and CHD deaths in a dose-response manner.

Increase your intake of linoleic acid by choosing vegetable oils (like sunflower, safflower, soy, corn) and nuts instead of saturated fats (like butter, lard, or fatty meats). This substitution is associated with a lower risk of heart disease events and death. You do not need to fear linoleic acid causes inflammation; current evidence supports its cardiovascular benefits when used to replace saturated fats.