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    Glossary Fatty Acids

    long chains of carbon and hydrogen in fats (lipids)

    Fatty acids are essential building blocks of fats (lipids) that play a crucial role in the body. They are long chains of carbon atoms with hydrogen atoms attached, and they can be either saturated or unsaturated. These molecules are vital for energy storage, cell membrane structure, and signaling pathways.

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