Meaning of the word "polyunsaturated fat" in English

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polyunsaturated fat

US /ˌpɑː.li.ʌnˌsætʃ.ə.reɪ.t̬ɪd ˈfæt/
UK /ˌpɑː.li.ʌnˌsætʃ.ə.reɪ.t̬ɪd ˈfæt/
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Noun

1.

a type of fat that is found in high concentrations in certain foods, such as nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils, and is considered to be healthier than saturated fat

Example:
Foods rich in polyunsaturated fat, like walnuts and flaxseeds, are good for heart health.
Replacing saturated fats with polyunsaturated fats can help lower cholesterol levels.
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