What’s erucic acid?

Erucic acid is a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid found in rapeseed, mustard, and almond seeds. Large amounts can cause heart damage, but it is used to make lubricants, cosmetics, and biodiesel. Lorenzo’s oil, made from erucic and oleic acid, is used to treat adrenoleukodystrophy. Erucic acid is a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid. It is known […]

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