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• The Difference Between Polyunsaturated Fat and Monounsaturated Fat

  Anyone who has ever tried to lose weight or lower their cholesterol count has faced the task of trying to figure out the differences between polyunsaturated ... Read More »

• What Are Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids?

  The difference between unsaturated fatty acids and saturated fatty acids involves the chemical structure of these fats. Indiana University notes that while saturated fats contain carbons ... Read More »

• The Best Sources of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

  There is a plethora of research highlighting the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids have been correlated with protection against cardiovascular disease, cardiac ... Read More »

• What Is Saturated Fat? How Much Should I Have?

  The difference between saturated fat and other types of dietary fat has to do with its chemical structure. Saturated fats contain carbon atoms saturated with hydrogen ... Read More »

• What Is Serum Cholesterol?

  Serum cholesterol is the total amount of cholesterol found in your blood. It is a soft, waxy substance found in the blood and cells of the ... Read More »

• 4 Foods that Contain Polyunsaturated Fat

  All foods with fats in them contain varying amounts of polyunsaturated, monounsaturated and saturated fats. Some of the more beneficial types of fats are Polyunsaturated Fats (... Read More »

• Lipids: Fatty Acids, Sterols, and Triglycerides Explained

  Call it fat or lipids, these terms can get confusing. But it is important to be able to differentiate them when talking about this category of ... Read More »

• Saturated vs. Unsaturated Fatty Acids

  Fats are essential to good health and you need to consume some every day for your body processes to work efficiently. Fat is a necessary nutrient ... Read More »

• Polyunsaturated Fats: Myths vs. Facts

  Polyunsaturated fats may sound like they are bad for you, but the truth is that polyunsaturated fats, when eaten in moderation, can actually be beneficial for ... Read More »

• Lower Cholesterol With Diet Changes: Simple Steps

  High blood cholesterol is a serious condition that increases the risk for heart disease, which is the number one killer of Americans in both men and ... Read More »