We tell patients to “eat more healthy fats” — but what does that actually mean?
Why is coconut oil villainized while olive oil gets the heart-healthy halo — even though both come from plants?
Why does cheese get a pass on the charcuterie board, but butter gets the side-eye — even though both are saturated fats?

The truth is, fatty acids aren’t just a diet label. They’re central players in inflammation, lipid metabolism, insulin resistance, and even gene expression.

In this episode of LipidCurious, we go beyond the good-vs-bad debate and unpack what clinicians really need to know about fatty acids — from molecular structure to bedside application.

 What You’ll Learn in This Episode 

1.     What are fatty acids?

2.     The major types of fatty acids

3.     How they show up in clinical practice

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