Asked by Tayler Metcalf on Apr 26, 2024

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The essential fatty acid ________ must be obtained in the diet because the body cannot make it. It is found in corn and sunflower oils.

Essential Fatty Acid

A type of fat that is necessary for biological processes but cannot be synthesized by the human body, thus must be obtained from one's diet.

Corn Oil

A vegetable oil extracted from the germ of corn kernels, commonly used for cooking, frying, and as an ingredient in various food products.

Sunflower Oil

A vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the sunflower plant, often used in cooking and in food products.

  • Identify the essential nutrients and their dietary sources.
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Nicole AlgarinApr 28, 2024
Final Answer :
linoleic acid