Consuming fish oil or seafood along with their omega-3 fatty acids—good. Consuming too much red meat along with its omega-6 fatty acids—bad. In reality, however, the impact of arachidonic acid, an ...

Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDNKey TakeawaysPalmitic acid, a saturated fat found in foods like palm oil and ...

Omega-3s are a vital part of the diet: The healthy fats have been shown to help with everything from decreasing risk of heart issues, reducing inflammation, lowering blood pressure and reducing risk ...

A new review suggests palmitic acid in saturated fats may impair insulin response, while oleic acid in olive oil may help protect against type 2 diabetes.

Not all fats are created equal. While some high-fat foods can increase the risk of heart disease, others provide essential ...

Share on Pinterest According to research, most people may not be getting enough omega-3 fatty acids in their diet. Image Credit: Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images A new research review reports that most ...

Consumption of ultra-processed food (UPF) results in a distinct metabolic "signature" in the blood, associated with potentially adverse health conditions, suggests a new study by an international team ...

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin critical for bone growth and cell development. Rainbow trout, salmon, sardines, tuna, ...

Researchers have found a significant link between the levels of specific dihydroxy fatty acids in umbilical cord blood and ASD symptoms. Their findings highlight the role of these metabolites in the ...

By eating more fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, cocoa and dark chocolate, you can boost short chain fatty acids, a key to gut health ...