When you look at the SAD and compare our past history, I don't think it's a big issue and you're right about familial tendencies coming into play with a lot of us, but once we've been paleo for a while I think it behooves us to keep searching and tweaking until we're satisfied that we are taking in what is best for us. Personally, my yard stick of measure is how I feel. Oliva (who wonders if she is ever satisfied) ----- Original Message ----- From: "Hilary McClure" I can't really see a reason to worry about palmitic. I think it would only matter to someone actually combating insulin resistance do you still see a reason to reduce palmitic intake?