Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
Also known as: Cis-Monoenoic Fatty Acids; MUFAs; Omega-9 Fatty Acids
Description
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids are a group of Unsaturated Fatty Acids with one double bond. The length of the carbon chains in Monounsaturated Fatty Acids varies from 10 to 24. Their double bond is found in various locations along the carbon chain.
Health Benefits of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
Cardiovascular System
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids may help to prevent High Blood Pressure (by lowering Blood Pressure) – this effect only occurs with moderate intake of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids: if consumption of total Fatty Acids exceeds 37% of Energy intake, the favourable effect of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids on Blood Pressure no longer occurs. [1]
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