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Science in the Stacks

March 02, 2010 by Lorna Rudder-Kilkenny

A Saturday Science Lab demonstration illustrated that plant oils remain liquid, in contrast to animal fats which solidify due to saturated fats. The discussion emphasized the visible difference and the way saturated fats affect our bodies, leading to heart and other health problems. A woman, in attendance with her children, thanked the presenter profusely, saying she had not known about different fats and she would certainly keep this in mind when cooking for her family.

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animal, fats, health, nutrition, saturated