What Will Happen if You Eat a Lot of Butter?
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Heart Association, it's recommended to limit saturated fat intake to less than 6% of your daily calories. So, what will happen if you eat a lot of butter, a food famously rich in saturated fat? The short answer is an increased risk of weight gain, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular problems.