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What is another name for a free fatty acid?

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According to the National Institutes of Health, free fatty acids (FFAs) are also commonly known in scientific literature as non-esterified fatty acids (NEFAs). These molecules, which are crucial for energy and cellular structure, are not attached to other molecules in the body, distinguishing them from stored fats like triglycerides.