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In a groundbreaking study, a healthy fatty acid in olive oil and nuts has been found to "supercharge" immune cells specialized to fight cancer, while fat from meat and dairy triggers cell death and inflammation, revealing stark contrast between oleic and palmitic acids in tumor immunity.

In a groundbreaking study, a healthy fatty acid in olive oil and nuts has been found to "supercharge" immune cells specialized to fight cancer. Meanwhile, another kind of natural fatty acid undermines these cells and may diminish the body's ability to stave off tumor growth.

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