unsaturated
adjective
un·sat·u·rat·ed
ˌən-ˈsa-chə-ˌrā-təd 
: 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
Examples of unsaturated in a Sentence
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Fueled by exposure to air, light, and heat, unsaturated fats break down and release free radicals.
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Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 12 Mar. 2024
Most meals and snacks should have protein, fiber, unsaturated fats, and carbs.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2024
Hemp seeds also contain omega-3 and gamma-linolenic acid, an omega-6 unsaturated fatty acid that can help to decrease inflammation.
—Good Housekeeping, 9 Jan. 2023
Trans unsaturated fatty acids—often known as trans fat—are present in many baked products, which are thought to contribute to lower testosterone levels.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 Oct. 2022
The lack of sugar and presence of healthy unsaturated fat are additional pros of the fruit.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2023
But beyond the unsaturated fat found in nuts and seeds, these healthy snacks are also prone to growing mold and yeast.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
By contrast, unsaturated fats—which are liquid at room temperature—are beneficial.
—Katherine Hobson, Time, 19 June 2023
People on low-carb diets, for instance, tend to eat less fiber and more saturated fat, while people on very-low-fat diets have to cut back on all types of fat, including the healthy unsaturated fats found in olive oil, avocados, nuts and seeds.
—Anahad O'Connor, Anchorage Daily News, 30 Apr. 2023
Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 12 Mar. 2024
Most meals and snacks should have protein, fiber, unsaturated fats, and carbs.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2024
Hemp seeds also contain omega-3 and gamma-linolenic acid, an omega-6 unsaturated fatty acid that can help to decrease inflammation.
—Good Housekeeping, 9 Jan. 2023
Trans unsaturated fatty acids—often known as trans fat—are present in many baked products, which are thought to contribute to lower testosterone levels.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 Oct. 2022
The lack of sugar and presence of healthy unsaturated fat are additional pros of the fruit.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2023
But beyond the unsaturated fat found in nuts and seeds, these healthy snacks are also prone to growing mold and yeast.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
By contrast, unsaturated fats—which are liquid at room temperature—are beneficial.
—Katherine Hobson, Time, 19 June 2023
People on low-carb diets, for instance, tend to eat less fiber and more saturated fat, while people on very-low-fat diets have to cut back on all types of fat, including the healthy unsaturated fats found in olive oil, avocados, nuts and seeds.
—Anahad O'Connor, Anchorage Daily News, 30 Apr. 2023
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unsaturated
adjective
un·sat·u·rat·ed
ˌən-ˈsach-ə-ˌrāt-əd
ˈən-
: not saturated: as
a
: capable of absorbing or dissolving more of something
an unsaturated solution
b
: able to form products by combining chemically with other substances
especially
: containing double or triple bonds between carbon atoms
an unsaturated fat
Medical Definition
unsaturated
adjective
un·sat·u·rat·ed
-ˈsach-ə-ˌrāt-əd
: 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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