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polyunsaturated

/ˌpɑliʌnˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪd/ /ˌpɒliʌnˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪd/

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adjective

Of or relating to long chain organic compounds that have multiple double bonds; polyunsaturated fatty acids are essential to human nutrition.

Examples :

"Eating foods rich in polyunsaturated fats, like salmon and walnuts, is good for your heart. "

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adjective

(nutrition, of a fat or oil) Having a chemical structure that does not easily change into cholesterol (a substance containing a lot of fat though to be an important cause of heart disease).

Examples :

"Eating polyunsaturated fats, like those found in olive oil, can be healthier for your heart than eating saturated fats. "

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