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Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid (PUFA) - The Fatty Acids that Help Prevent High Blood Pressure
Fats in our diet are also important since they provide the energy to help us keep our body temperature and protect some of our body tissues and organs. They are also important in the absorption of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
However, we have to distinguish between saturated fats and polyunsaturated fats in as much the former tends to increase blood cholesterol levels while the latter, the polyunsaturated fats tend to decrease blood cholesterol levels
In relation to this, chemi...
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