How to Use fatty acid in a Sentence

fatty acid

noun
  • Seafood is a main source of omega-3 fatty acids.
    Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Mar. 2026
  • The omega-3 fatty acids in chia seeds lend a hand, too.
    Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Fish oil is a type of omega-3 fatty acid that is found in fish.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 Dec. 2022
  • In terms of omega-3 fatty acids, there are two things to keep in mind.
    Nutrition Diva Monica Reinagel, Scientific American, 20 June 2019
  • Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that can support heart health.
    Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 15 Dec. 2025
  • Talk with a healthcare provider to learn more about omega-3 fatty acids.
    Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 26 July 2024
  • Flaxseed is packed with omega-3 fatty acids that deeply nourish.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that support heart and brain health.
    Lindsey Desoto, Health, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that support heart and brain health.
    Lindsey Desoto, Health, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Nuts tend to be rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are healthy fatty acids.
    Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 12 June 2023
  • Salmon contains more omega-3 fatty acids that help brain and heart health.
    Carley Millhone, Health, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Fish oil is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
    Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 12 May 2026
  • The fat is made of compounds called fatty acids that may reduce pain and swelling.
    Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2024
  • Aloe is chock-full of vitamins and fatty acids.
    Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
  • There are some goodies in here, like hyaluronic acid and omega fatty acids.
    Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 24 June 2025
  • Salmon contains no carbs and is high in the omega-3 fatty acids that are good for your heart.
    Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2025
  • Omega-3 fatty acids plus alpha-lipoic acid.
    Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Salmon Salmon is a potent source of omega-3 fatty acids.
    Pamela Assid Woughter, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Flax seed oil is another good choice and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
    Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 3 Sep. 2024
  • So did the number of fatty acids and excess sugar in his blood.
    Megan Molteni, STAT, 10 July 2023
  • Foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids are also linked to clear skin.
    Amanda Svachula, Health, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Both of these oils contain fatty acids to hydrate the scalp and soften hair.
    Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2024
  • The salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids to support the health of the brain and heart.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 27 July 2024
  • Salmon is also high in omega-3 fatty acids, which may promote brain health.
    Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2025
  • Chains of fatty acids make up the outer membranes of living cells.
    Gideon Yoffe, The Conversation, 29 May 2026
  • Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of heart disease.
    Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2025
  • However, omega-3 fatty acids must come from food, as the body cannot make them.
    Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Seafood is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which benefit your heart health.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2024
  • One study showed purslane to contain five times higher omega-3 fatty acids than spinach.
    Khalil Alhajal, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Salmon Fatty fish such as salmon are a great source of protein and omega fatty acids.
    Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2023

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