How to Use fatty acid in a Sentence
fatty acid
noun-
These fatty acids are believed to aid in reducing inflammation in the gut and the rest of the body.
— Gretchen Reynolds, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2018 -
Option to omit the egg and use ground flax seed instead which provides vital and heart healthy Omega-3 fatty acids.
— Philly.com, 31 Oct. 2017 -
Oysters are also very high in essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids.
— Rebecca Ungarino, NBC News, 11 Jan. 2018 -
For example, the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish may decrease inflammation.
— Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 17 Oct. 2024 -
The cod provides protein, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are all important for healthy immunity, skin, muscles, and bones.
— Alexa Tucker, SELF, 11 Jan. 2018 -
The saturated fat found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil is made of different fatty acids than other oils (think seed, canola, and avocado).
— Byron P. Lee, Woman's Day, 28 Dec. 2017 -
The diet emphasizes foods that are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, like olive oil and certain nuts, along with fruit, vegetables and whole grains.
— OregonLive.com, 3 Jan. 2018 -
As proteins go, salmon is another superfood that adds delicious flavor and health benefits, like omega-3 fatty acids.
— Alysha Witwicki, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2018 -
These short-chain fatty acid molecules come from the fermentation breakdown of long chains of carbohydrates — what nutritionists call dietary fiber.
— Quanta Magazine, 30 Nov. 2017 -
The salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids to support the health of the brain and heart.
— Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 27 July 2024 -
In terms of omega-3 fatty acids, there are two things to keep in mind.
— Nutrition Diva Monica Reinagel, Scientific American, 20 June 2019 -
Fish oil is a type of omega-3 fatty acid that is found in fish.
— Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 Dec. 2022 -
Talk with a healthcare provider to learn more about omega-3 fatty acids.
— Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 26 July 2024 -
The crucial factor here is the size of the fatty acid molecules that make up the oil.
— Jenn Sinrich, SELF, 13 Mar. 2019 -
Nuts tend to be rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are healthy fatty acids.
— Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 12 June 2023 -
The fat is made of compounds called fatty acids that may reduce pain and swelling.
— Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2024 -
Fish is the best dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids, a type of fat that may help reduce the risk of heart disease.
— Consumer Reports, Washington Post, 7 May 2018 -
So did the number of fatty acids and excess sugar in his blood.
— Megan Molteni, STAT, 10 July 2023 -
Salmon Fatty fish such as salmon are a great source of protein and omega fatty acids.
— Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2023 -
Both of these oils contain fatty acids to hydrate the scalp and soften hair.
— Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2024 -
Two types of fatty acids, palmitic and stearic acid, make up more than 90% of the caecilian milk-fat total, per the study.
— Popular Science, 7 Mar. 2024 -
These types of fish are higher in omega-3 fatty acids than seafood such as shrimp, scallops, tilapia and cod.
— Linda Searing, Washington Post, 19 May 2018 -
Flax seed oil is another good choice and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
— Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 3 Sep. 2024 -
The yolk contains vitamins A, D, E and K, as well as omega 3 fatty acids.
— Sheah Rarback, miamiherald, 11 May 2018 -
The species is ground up and used in anything from health supplements rich with omega-3 fatty acids to high-end dog food.
— Washington Post, 19 Dec. 2019 -
Just like you and me, hens that take in more omega-3s end up with more of these fatty acids in their tissues, and that applies to their eggs as well.
— Nutrition Diva Monica Reinagel, Scientific American, 20 June 2019 -
It's made of fatty acids that link together to form a seal around the plant, helping keep moisture in.
— Matt Simon, WIRED, 21 June 2018 -
Its leaves contain more omega-3 fatty acids than spinach.
— Alex Zaragoza, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2018 -
Omega-3 fatty acid intake can also reduce your risk for dry eye syndrome.
— Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024 -
Emollients are lipids that act like grout between skin cells to prevent that water from evaporating; Dr. Kim points to ceramides and fatty acids.
— Emily Orofino, Allure, 24 Oct. 2024
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