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james9437

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What are the fatty acids?

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What is saturated fat?



jlaineee

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The part of the triglyceride that influences how the fat affects health.

Answer to Question 2

With the exception of palm and coconut oil, only animal products are rich in this type of fat.



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