Are unsaturated fatty acids more susceptible to oxidation? A Deep Dive into Lipid Stability
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5 min read
Compared to monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fatty acids oxidize up to 100 times faster, and it is a fact that **are unsaturated fatty acids more susceptible to oxidation?** The answer lies in their chemical structure, which makes them highly vulnerable to environmental factors like heat, light, and oxygen, impacting food quality and nutritional value.
