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linolenic acid /lin·o·len·ic ac·id/ (lin″o-len´ik) a polyunsaturated 18-carbon essential fatty acid occurring in some fish oils and many seed-derived oils. linolenic acid [lin′ōlen′ik] Etymology: Gk, linon, flax, oleum, oil an unsaturated essential fatty acid occurring in triglycerides of canola, soy, linseed, and other vegetable oils. linolenic acid an essential fatty acid; α-linolenic acid is an 18 carbon fatty acid containing three double bonds at carbons 9, 12, and 15; found in plant leaves and some vegetable oils. γ-linolenic acid is an 18 carbon fatty acid containing double bonds at carbons 6, 9 and 12; produced in animals by the desaturation of linoleic acid. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Lower linolenic levels produce a more stable soybean oil with less need for the Flaxseed contains high levels of alpha linolenic acid, lignans and dietary fiber. Low linolenic soybean oil produced from Pioneer brand soybean varieties, and previously marketed as NUTRIUM Low Linolenic Soybean Oil, will now be marketed as TREUS Low Linolenic Soybean Oil. |
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