Vaccenic acid

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Vaccenic acid (pronunciation: vuh-SEN-ik AS-id) is a naturally occurring trans fatty acid found in the fat of ruminants and in dairy products such as milk, butter, and yogurt. It is also produced by the partial hydrogenation of linoleic acid.

Etymology

The term "vaccenic acid" is derived from the Latin vaccinus, meaning "of or from a cow". The name reflects the fact that this fatty acid is most commonly found in dairy products.

Chemical Structure

Vaccenic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid with the chemical formula C18H34O2. It has one double bond in the trans configuration, located at the 11th carbon atom from the methyl end of the fatty acid chain.

Health Effects

Vaccenic acid is converted into conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) in the human body, which has been associated with various health benefits. However, as a trans fatty acid, high intake of vaccenic acid may also have potential health risks, such as increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. More research is needed to fully understand the health implications of vaccenic acid.

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