Malondialdehyde

A byproduct of lipid (fat) metabolism

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Every time the bag is reopened, the oxidation rate increases, causing the fats and oils to break down into smaller compounds or by-products. Malondialdehyde is one of these by-products, which is a known cancer risk. in the body. It is also found in many foods and can be present in high amounts in rancid food.