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What is fatty acids what are its uses

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Answered by vasimjalegar27
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Fatty acids are mainly used in the production of soap, both for cosmetic purposes and, in the case of metallic soaps, as lubricants. Fatty acids are also converted, via their methyl esters, to fatty alcohols and fatty amines, which are precursors to surfactants, detergents, and lubricants.

Fatty acids serve as energy for themuscles, heart, and other organs as building blocks for cell membranes and as energy storage for the body.Fatty acids that are not used up as energy are converted into triglycerides.
Answered by minnionlover
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Triglycerides are also made in our bodies from the carbohydrates that we eat. Fatty acids have many important functions in the body, including energy storage. If glucose (a type of sugar) isn't available for energy, the body uses fatty acids to fuel the cells instead.

Uses of Fatty Acid

Fatty acids affect many aspects of health. Functions of essential fatty acids include improving immunity, cell signaling, mood and brain health, plus decreasing inflammation.

Some research shows that increasing your intake of essential fatty acids could enhance mental and physical performance, help treat some diseases, promote mental health, and improve body composition.

An essential fatty acids deficiency can lead to symptoms like:

Dry skin

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