fatty acid
noun
1
: any of numerous saturated aliphatic monocarboxylic acids CnH2n+1COOH (such as acetic acid) including many that occur naturally usually in the form of esters in fats, waxes, and essential oils
2
: any of the saturated or unsaturated monocarboxylic acids (such as palmitic acid) usually with an even number of carbon atoms that occur naturally in the form of glycerides in fats and fatty oils
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The thick, emollient formula is powered by nourishing grapeseed oil, plus, moisturizing powerhouse shea butter and oils like desert dates rich in fatty acids for lasting hydration.
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Nikhita Mahtani, Allure, 22 Apr. 2024
Here are several examples of anti-inflammatory foods include to reference:
Fish includes omega-3 fatty acids that can help with inflammation.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
Lipolysis is the process through which fats are broken down into fatty acids.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The products contain hyaluronic acid microspheres to help smooth fine lines and wrinkles, along with a peptide complex to enhance youthful skin, fatty acids to help protect and restore, and collagen stabilizer to help moisturize and provide a smoothing effect.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
The fat is made of compounds called fatty acids that may reduce pain and swelling.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2024
Both of these oils contain fatty acids to hydrate the scalp and soften hair.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2024
Studies show that this natural oil is made up mostly of fatty acids, like lauric acid, myristic acid, and linoleic acid, and provides a lot of benefits when used in cooking or our hair care and skincare regimens.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
Green Coffee Bean Extract has been shown to: Boost fatty acid oxidation
Increase lipolysis inside fat cells
Elevate levels of plasma adiponectin
Why not just drink coffee?
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Nikhita Mahtani, Allure, 22 Apr. 2024
Here are several examples of anti-inflammatory foods include to reference:
Fish includes omega-3 fatty acids that can help with inflammation.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
Lipolysis is the process through which fats are broken down into fatty acids.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The products contain hyaluronic acid microspheres to help smooth fine lines and wrinkles, along with a peptide complex to enhance youthful skin, fatty acids to help protect and restore, and collagen stabilizer to help moisturize and provide a smoothing effect.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
The fat is made of compounds called fatty acids that may reduce pain and swelling.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2024
Both of these oils contain fatty acids to hydrate the scalp and soften hair.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2024
Studies show that this natural oil is made up mostly of fatty acids, like lauric acid, myristic acid, and linoleic acid, and provides a lot of benefits when used in cooking or our hair care and skincare regimens.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
Green Coffee Bean Extract has been shown to: Boost fatty acid oxidation
Increase lipolysis inside fat cells
Elevate levels of plasma adiponectin
Why not just drink coffee?
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
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“Fatty acid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fatty%20acid. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.
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