Saturated, monounsaturated and trans fats all occur naturally in food. To the naked eye, these fats all look the same. At room temperature, however, unsaturated fats are liquid (oil, for example), whereas saturated and trans fats are solid (butter, for example). Also, in the way that these fats affect the body, they could not be more different from one another.

One of the most common medical conditions in the U.S., diabetes affects over 10 percent of Americans. Research has shown a higher prevalence of diabetes in men over women; however, men also are less likely to visit the doctor for a diagnosis or treatment.

Avoiding going to the doctor—we're talking to you, men—doesn't make you tougher. In fact, it can increase your risk of developing chronic conditions like diabetes.