Is One Function Of The Liver To Be An Accessory Organ To The Digestive System And Help To Break Down Fats?
Fats are organic compounds that are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. They are a source of energy in foods. Fats belong to a group of substances called lipids, and come in liquid or solid form. All fats are combinations of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.
Alternative Names
Saturated fat; Diet - fat; Polyunsaturated fat; Monounsaturated fat; Lipids
Function
Fat is one of the 3 nutrients (along with
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