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They reduce cholesterol in the blood stream.

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Q: Why the Omega-3 fatty acids are important?
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Is beef a good source of polyunsaturated omega 3 fatty acids?

Only if it is organic grass fed beef. Most of that stuff you get from the feed lots has higher saturated fats and poor Omega3/Omega6 fatty acid ratios.


How does the structure of fatty acids compare to the basic units found in macromolecules?

why are fatty acids important to the cell membrane


Why are nuts important?

They have omega 3 fatty acids


What is the most common building blocks of lipids?

Fatty acids and glycerol


Why are fatty acids important to the cell membrain?

It regulates what goes in and out of the cell.


Distinguish between saturated fatty acids and saturated fatty acids?

There is no difference between saturated fatty acids and saturated fatty acids. If you meant saturated fatty acids and UNsaturated fatty acids, then the unsaturated ones are the ones with double (or, theoretically, triple) bonds in the carbon chain.


What are unsaturated fatty acids?

Unsaturated fatty acids are fatty acids that have double bonds in their long carbon chains.


What are the benefits of Omega3 acids in the body?

In order for the body to function properly Omega3 acids must be included in the diet. Research has shown that Omega3 acids in the body helps lower triglycerides and reduce blood pressure, It is also associated with many other health benefits such as protection against heart disease and stroke. Another benefit of Omega 3 is that it reduces inflammation which is a key component in asthma.


What are the monomers of triglyceride?

1 glycerol and 3 fatty acids so the monomers basically are glycerol and fatty acids


What are components of fats?

Fat is made up of fatty acids and glycerol. A triglyceride is formed when a glycerol forms with three fatty acids.


Which subclass of lipids is important in membrane structure?

i think it may be fatty acids


Are essential fatty acids polyunsaturated fatty acids?

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