fatty acid
US /ˈfæt.i ˌæs.ɪd/
UK /ˈfæt.i ˌæs.ɪd/
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acido grasso
a carboxylic acid consisting of a hydrocarbon chain and a terminal carboxyl group, especially any of those occurring as esters in fats and oils.
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Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for brain health.
Gli acidi grassi omega-3 sono essenziali per la salute del cervello.
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Saturated fatty acids are commonly found in animal fats.
Gli acidi grassi saturi si trovano comunemente nei grassi animali.