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unsaturated fat |
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unsaturated fat: see saturated fat saturated fat, any solid fat that is an ester of glycerol and a saturated fatty acid . The molecules of a saturated fat have only single bonds between carbon atoms; if double bonds are present in the fatty acid portion of the molecule, the fat is said to be ..... Click the link for more information. . How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Because polyunsaturates are highly subject to rancidity, they increase the body's need for vitamin E and other antioxidants. Both lower total blood cholesterol, but polyunsaturates also lower HDL (the good cholesterol), so the monos have the edge Saturated fats elevate triglycerides, as do polyunsaturates, though not as much. |
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