It is essential for healthy cell membranes, brain functioning, hormone production, and vitamin storage. (medicalnewstoday.com)
However, saturated fats from healthy, hormone - and antibiotic - free animals are crucial for building healthy cell membranes and many saturated fats actually have specific health benefits in the body. (caitliniles.ca)
Red tide exposure significantly slowed the competitor algae's growth and compromised its ability to maintain healthy cell membranes. (sciencedaily.com)