What is fat? - George Zaidan
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As the narrative goes, fat is bad. Well, it’s actually more nuanced than that. The type of fat you eat is more impactful on your health than the quantity. George Zaidan examines triglycerides, the varied molecules that make up fat, and how to identify which types of fat you are consuming.
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Saturated fats tend to be solids at room temperature, while cis-unsaturated fats tend to be liquids at room temperature. Think about the general 3D shape of these molecules and suggest a reason for the difference in the physical properties of each fat.
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