unsaturated

adjective un·sat·u·rat·ed \ ˌən-ˈsa-chə-ˌrā-təd \

|Updated on: 11 Jul 2018

Definition of unsaturated

: not saturated: such as

a : capable of absorbing or dissolving more of something

an unsaturated solution

b : able to form products by chemical addition; especially : containing double or triple bonds between carbon atoms

unsaturated fats

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But for those who replaced saturated fat with unsaturated fat (think vegetable oils and nuts) and whole grains, the risk went down.

— darlene zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, "Red, white and blue cookies are a patriotic and healthy treat for the holiday," 2 July 2018
Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs (Price Varies) Gwen Jorgensen, Olympic Triathlete A single egg is stacked with nutrition: essential vitamins and minerals, protein, healthy unsaturated fats and antioxidants, and 75 calories.

— julie brown, Outside Online, "The Best Fuel for Your Longest Sufferfests," 30 May 2018
Insecticidal Soap Insecticidal soap contains unsaturated long-chain fatty acids (derived from animal fats) that dissolve the cuticle (skin) of insects.

— the editors of organic life, Good Housekeeping, "The 7 Best Organic Pest Control Techniques For Your Garden," 18 Dec. 2017
Nuts are a good source of unsaturated fats as well as fiber, protein and a variety of minerals and antioxidants.

— consumer reports, Washington Post, "From oatmeal to sardines, 7 foods that really can help hearts stay healthy," 7 May 2018
There is considerable research showing that nuts, with their high levels of unsaturated fatty acids, fiber and minerals, may help reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease.

— nicholas bakalar, New York Times, "Nuts May Be Good for the Heart, but Are Hardly a Miracle Food," 17 Apr. 2018
Macadamia oil, which is unsaturated and cholesterol-free, is used mainly in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

— Bloomberg.com, "Kenya Coffee Farmers Going Nuts Yields Record Macadamia Crop," 24 Apr. 2018
Good sources for these natural pain fighters include leafy vegetables like spinach, collard greens, and kale; foods high in unsaturated fat, like almonds, walnuts, and fatty fish; and fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and oranges.

— emily abbate, GQ, "4 Simple Ways to Prevent Lower Back Pain from Ruining Your Life," 29 Mar. 2018
University of Copenhagen researcher Merete Bøgelund Munk wants to produce the Holy Grail of ice cream - making the delicious frozen food with unsaturated fat.

— jennie key, Cincinnati.com, "Creamy whips: The real sign of spring in Cincinnati," 26 Mar. 2018

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adjective un·sat·u·rat·ed \ -ˈsach-ə-ˌrāt-əd \

medical Definition of unsaturated

: not saturated: as

a : capable of absorbing or dissolving more of something

an unsaturated solution

b : able to form products by chemical addition; especially : containing double or triple bonds between carbon atoms

unsaturated fats

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