monosaturated

British

/ ˌmɒnəʊˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪd /

adjective

of or relating to fats that are liquid at room temperature and derive mostly from foods such as olives, avocados, and nuts

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Monosaturated fat, which is what you’re skimming out of your soup, does not seem to increase the risk of heart disease or cancer.

From Fox News

Most of this is monosaturated fat, which has been linked to the reduction of cholesterol and lowered risk of cancer and heart disease.

From BBC

Chicken and turkey skin are good sources of heart-healthy monosaturated fats.

From Washington Times

Researchers at Purdue University found that by adding at least three grams of monosaturated fat, your body will better absorb the veggies’ do-good carotenoids.

From Time

The primary fat is oleic acid, a monosaturated fatty acid, which is also present in olive oil and is believed to bestow numerous health benefits.

From Washington Times

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