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Foods Rich in Monounsaturated Fat

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Paragi Mehta, RD

Monounsaturated fats are recognized as a healthy group of fats. They are unsaturated -- meaning their chemical structure includes one double-bonded carbon in the molecule.

Paragi Mehta is a registered dietitian and creator of Healthfulfilling.com, a nutrition, health and wellness site. She is also a freelance writer, and has been published in print magazines in the Dallas area. She is a graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in dietetics, and has practiced in areas of acute care, public health, consulting and education.