Unsaturated fat
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Unsaturated fat is a kind of fat. It contains double bonds whose molecules are made up of carbon atoms that are not fully saturated with hydrogen. There are two types:
- Monounsaturated; or those with one double bond
- Polyunsaturated; or with more than one double bond
[change] Health
Unsaturated fat is better for you than saturated fat. It can raise your HDL ("good" cholesterol). Unsaturated fat is also very important for a healthy brain.