Fatty acids
Medical term · F
Components of fats that can be used for energy by cells.
Related terms
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Essential fatsTwo fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6, that the body needs for good health but can’t make so they must come from foods and supplements.
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Omega-3 fatty acidsBeneficial fats, also known as n-3 fatty acids. These are polyunsaturated fat found in fatty fish, such as salmon.
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Omega-6 fatty acidsFatty acids found in certain foods that the body needs for good health but can’t make on its own. Also known as n-6 fatty acids.