Polyunsaturated fat
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A type of fat that is abundant in soybean, corn, cottonseed, safflower, and sunflower oils, as well as in fatty fish. One type, omega-3 fats, are especially important for cardiovascular health.
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CardiovascularPertaining to the heart and blood vessels.
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CornAn area of hardened, thickened skin usually caused by friction.
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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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Unsaturated fatHealthy dietary fats from plant sources such as vegetable oils, nuts, and whole grains, as well as from fatty fish. Includes monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat.