What is 18 1w9 fatty acid, also known as Oleic Acid?
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According to the National Institutes of Health, oleic acid—the chemical name for the 18 1w9 fatty acid—is the most common monounsaturated fatty acid found in nature. This vital fat is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and is abundant in olive oil, but its nomenclature and importance are often misunderstood.
