What are fatty acids? Fatty acids are the building blocks of the fat in human bodies. In order to be usable by the body, foods containing fats are broken down in the small intestine into smaller products called fatty acids. These fatty acids are then transported across the wall of the small intestine into the blood to be used or stored for future purposes. Fatty acids are usually joined together in groups of three, forming a structure called a triglyceride. Understanding more about fats and their benefits Although the words fats and fatty acids might conjure up a picture of obesity and other horrible diseases, the body actually needs them for many useful…
