What are polyunsaturated fats ?
A. These fats are usually in a liquid form at room temperature. Polyunsaturated fats are found in fish, fish oils and vegetables oils such as soybean oil, corn oil, and sunflower oil. Polyunsaturated fats have more health benefits than saturated, hydrogenated or trans fats. These fats have been shown to lower LDL cholesterol levels and total blood cholesterol.
Polyunsaturated fats are characterized by not being saturated with hydrogen atoms. This means that there are still several places surrounding the fat molecule where hydrogen atoms could still attach themselves. In general, polyunsaturated fats are good for your health. The most popular polyunsaturated fats are found in oily fish and these fats are known as the omega-3 fatty acids. They are beneficial to your health because they lower your blood cholesterol levels and eventually minimize your risks of developing heart disease. Moreover, you will minimize the risk of developing arthritis and other known problems with your joints.
