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Biochemistry: - Some fats are good for us. Can you identify a polyunsaturated fa

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Question

Biochemistry:
- Some fats are good for us. Can you identify a polyunsaturated fatty acid that plays a protective role in cardiovascular health?
- List one way that Marine and Vegetable polyunsaturated fatty acids provide protection from heart disease?
Biochemistry:
- Some fats are good for us. Can you identify a polyunsaturated fatty acid that plays a protective role in cardiovascular health?
- List one way that Marine and Vegetable polyunsaturated fatty acids provide protection from heart disease?

- Some fats are good for us. Can you identify a polyunsaturated fatty acid that plays a protective role in cardiovascular health?
- List one way that Marine and Vegetable polyunsaturated fatty acids provide protection from heart disease?

Explanation / Answer

Polyunsaturated fatty Acids or pufa can provide many health benefits.it is found in salmon, vegetable oils, seeds and some nuts . omega 3 and omega 6 if eaten in moderate Amounts are very good for our heart health.

They provide protection from heart disease because they have very little cholesterol and can decrease heart disease risk if taken in the place of saturated fats.