Saturated, Monounsaturated, Polyunsaturated

trans fat, unsaturated fat, and saturated fat

Stearic acid is an essential saturated fat that can actually lower blood cholesterol in your body.

The saturated zone is located below the water table in an aquifer. It is the area where the pores and fractures in the rock or soil are completely filled with water. This zone is essential for providing groundwater as a resource for wells and springs.

Yes, and also monounsaturated fatty acids. The saturated fat is the bad fat.

Some saturated fats are good for you and may be essential. The problem in modern countries is excessive saturated fats--not only do they make you fat but they can contribute to blocked blood vessels which can cause heart disease or strokes.

There is some evidence that excessive fat consumption also can contribute to cancer.