Effects of individual fatty acids on chronic diseases

Satya S. Jonnalagadda, Vikkie A. Mustad, Shaomei Yu, Terry D. Etherton, Penny M. Kris-Etherton

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Abstract

It is clear that there are remarkably diverse biological effects elicited by the individual fatty acids found commonly in the diet. Some fatty acids increase risk factors for certain chronic diseases whereas others are protective. This article discusses our present understanding of how fatty acids affect risk factors for important chronic diseases.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)90-106
Number of pages17
JournalNutrition Today
Volume31
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 1996

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Nutrition and Dietetics

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