How to Use unsaturated in a Sentence

unsaturated

adjective
  • Just stick with unsaturated fat sources like vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds.
    — Marygrace Taylor, Woman's Day, 1 May 2019
  • Most meals and snacks should have protein, fiber, unsaturated fats, and carbs.
    — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2024
  • Both unsaturated fat and fiber have been found to help lower cholesterol.
    — Meredith Cohn, baltimoresun.com, 23 June 2017
  • Scores improve with plenty of healthy, unsaturated fats, like the ones in salmon, nuts, and seeds.
    — Matt Fuchs, TIME, 18 July 2024
  • Salmon is somewhat higher in fat than other fish, but most of that is the good, unsaturated fat.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 19 Feb. 2022
  • Key — choose unsaturated oils that fit your budget and culinary needs.
    — Environmental Nutrition, sun-sentinel.com, 28 Aug. 2019
  • There is a focus on unsaturated fat from sources like extra-virgin olive oil, too.
    — Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2023
  • But beyond the unsaturated fat found in nuts and seeds, these healthy snacks are also prone to growing mold and yeast.
    — Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
  • Avocados are known to be high in good fat, the unsaturated kind.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 17 Feb. 2022
  • The key is choosing unsaturated fats over the fried and greasy options that tend to trigger side effects.
    — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026
  • Nuts and seeds also provide protein and healthy unsaturated fats, but the calories add up fast.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 23 Apr. 2022
  • Opt for healthy unsaturated fats, such as avocado, olive oil, and fish.
    — Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2026
  • That said, the phrase healthy fats is generally used to refer to unsaturated fats.
    — SELF, 8 Aug. 2019
  • The lack of sugar and presence of healthy unsaturated fat are additional pros of the fruit.
    — Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2023
  • Avocados provide unsaturated fats and fiber, while whole-grain bread adds even more fiber.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 23 June 2026
  • Key Takeaways Choose oils rich in unsaturated fats, like olive and canola, to support heart health.
    — Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 28 Nov. 2025
  • But for those who replaced saturated fat with unsaturated fat (think vegetable oils and nuts) and whole grains, the risk went down.
    — Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, 2 July 2018
  • Here, experts suggest five foods that offer several types of unsaturated fat shown to boost health.
    — Matt Fuchs, Time, 26 June 2026
  • Both are easy to make at home with whole almonds, and rich in protein, unsaturated fat, and vitamin E.
    — Korin Miller, SELF, 22 Apr. 2020
  • Try adding almonds to your diet for a source of antioxidants and healthy unsaturated fats.
    — Cynthia Sass, Health, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Try adding almonds to your diet for a source of antioxidants and healthy unsaturated fats.
    — Cynthia Sass, Health, 29 May 2026
  • Though being in an unsaturated market does not mean that smooth sailing is guaranteed.
    — John Hall, Forbes, 17 Apr. 2022
  • That means looking for bars that contain at least 5 grams of fiber, 5 grams of protein, and 5 grams of unsaturated fat.
    — Alexandra Sifferlin, Time, 1 Sep. 2017
  • These are also called unsaturated fats.
    — Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 13 Aug. 2025
  • Foods or dietary supplements rich in unsaturated fats (such as fish and fish oils) are more prone to rancidity.
    — Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 6 May 2026
  • Instead, use unsaturated vegetable oils, like olive oil and sunflower oil.
    — Megan Friedman, Marie Claire, 16 June 2017
  • The notion that saturated fat leads to heart disease, and that unsaturated fat prevents it, should not be up for debate.
    — Amanda MacMillan, Health.com, 16 June 2017
  • Fueled by exposure to air, light, and heat, unsaturated fats break down and release free radicals.
    — Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 12 Mar. 2024
  • Instead, prioritize unsaturated fats from sources like nuts, seeds, and fish.
    — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Conversely, unsaturated fats, like olive oil, are easier to break down and are an essential part of a healthy diet.
    — Tania Fabo, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026

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