The Essential Fatty Acids:​

question 33

Multiple Choice

The essential fatty acids:​

• A)are all obtained primarily from fish oils.
• B)can be made from other substances in the body.
• C)​are monounsaturated fatty acids.
• D)​are deficient in the U.S.food supply.
• E)​must be supplied by the diet.

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