T-HCA
T-HCA
T-HCA (pronounced as Tee-Aitch-Cee-Ay), also known as Trans-Hexenoic Acid, is a type of fatty acid that is found in certain types of food and beverages. It is known for its potential health benefits and is often used in the field of nutrition and medicine.
Pronunciation
T-HCA is pronounced as "Tee-Aitch-Cee-Ay".
Etymology
The term T-HCA is an abbreviation for Trans-Hexenoic Acid. The term "Trans" refers to the geometric configuration of the fatty acid molecule, "Hexenoic" refers to the six carbon atoms in the molecule, and "Acid" refers to the presence of a carboxyl group in the molecule.
Related Terms
- Fatty Acid: A carboxylic acid consisting of a hydrocarbon chain and a terminal carboxyl group, especially any of those occurring as esters in fats and oils.
- Trans Fat: An unhealthy type of fat that’s created through a process called hydrogenation.
- Nutrition: The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
- Medicine: The science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on T-HCA
- Wikipedia's article - T-HCA
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