Erucic Acid (22:1): 5 Research-Backed Side-Effects
Erucic acid poses a health risk for highly exposed children, at least up to ten years of age.
Infants and small children should not be given foods high in erucic acid at all because they don't have the enzyme that breaks down erucic acid.
Erucic acid is still associated with producing fatty acids in the heart and the skeletal muscles and also impairing growth.
Erucic acid is an monounsaturated fatty acid.
In this article, we list claims of potential benefits and/or side-effects of erucic acid (22:1) that we have found research on. Every claim is listed with all of its sources. We get these claims from our Nutrition Tool.
We also have an article about erucic acid (22:1) named What Is Erucic Acid (22:1)? Should I Give It To My Child? if you're interested in learning more.
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Research-Backed Side-Effects Of Erucic Acid (22:1)
These are some of the potential research-backed side-effects of erucic acid (22:1).
1. Child Growth
Erucic Acid (22:1) - Child Growth
About this claim
Children grow from birth to the ages of 15-17. Evidence through research shows that some nutrients may affect your child’s growth during its childhood.
Research sources for this claim
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2. Children's Development And Health
Erucic Acid (22:1) - Children's Development And Health
About this claim
A child is developing from infancy to puberty. There are lots of things that can interfere in their health and development along the way. Research shows, for instance, some nutrients may affect a child's development during childhood negatively.
Research sources for this claim
- Compound Summary - Erucic acid ◳
- Babies and childern should not be given foods high in erucic acid
- Erucic acid a possible health risk for highly exposed children ◳
- Health risk for children up to 10 years
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3. Heart Health
Erucic Acid (22:1) - Heart Health
About this claim
The heart is our most important muscle. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Western countries. According to research, specific nutrients can affect your heart health negatively.
Research sources for this claim
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4. Infant Development
Erucic Acid (22:1) - Infant Development
About this claim
Infants are children between 0-1 years of age. Some nutrients are essential for infants. But there are also nutrients, according to research, that infants should stay away from that might harm their development.
Research sources for this claim
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5. Muscles Health
Erucic Acid (22:1) - Muscles Health
About this claim
Our muscles are responsible for the movement of the human body. Loss of muscle mass leads to various undesirable effects. Research shows that some nutrients may negatively affect your muscles, making it harder for you to keep your muscles healthy and strong.
Research sources for this claim
- Erucic acid ◳
- Skeletal muscles
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