monounsaturated

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1. monounsaturated - Adjective

2. monounsaturated - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

(of long-chain carbon compounds especially fats) saturated except for one multiple bond

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I eat nothing that's processed or refined - no high-fructose corn syrup, no sugar, no trans-fats. I eat a lot of fish and monounsaturated fats from olives, olive oil and nuts. A lot of organic, fresh fruits and vegetables. No bread. No gluten. No wheat. No rice. Dean Karnazes

True, nuts are high in fat, but most of them contain monounsaturated fat that is good for the heart. In fact, eaten in moderation, nuts can lower your risk of heart disease and heart attack. Andrew Weil

“A healthy diet as prescribed in this study emphasised replacing saturated fats (such as butter) with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (such as avocado and olive oil),” he added. Source: Internet

Data showed that avocado consumers had a higher intake of total fat, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat, dietary fiber, vitamins E and K, potassium and magnesium than respondents who had not eaten avocados but had comparable caloric intake. Source: Internet

Fruits from the cashew tree, a large evergreen tree that thrives in tropical climates, provide healthful monounsaturated fats. Source: Internet

EVOO is the stand out winner when it comes to levels of heart-healthy, monounsaturated fats, vitamins, antioxidants, health benefits, and cooking. Source: Internet

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