omega-6
Biomarker Analysis Reveals Omega-6 Is Not One Uniform Category
A major prospective study in the UK Biobank reported higher plasma linoleic acid (LA)—the most common omega-6 fatty acid in the diet—was associated with a lower risk of incident dementia. Higher levels of non-LA omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-6 PUFAs) were associated with a higher risk. The findings were published in the American Journal of ...
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[Extra! Extra!] EFAs and COPD Patients
While experts generally agree that essential fatty acids are beneficial for human health, some EFAs pose more risks than benefits. A 2018 study in Respiratory Research examined the effects of arachidonic acid, an omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid, on pulmonary fibroblasts in human lung cells as compared to omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, saturated fatty acids, and ...
Savvy Fatty Acids
Essential fatty acid products are undergoing innovations. Essential fatty acid products are the hottest ingredients in town, with EFA products like omega-3 supplements and marine oils dominating the nutraceutical market. Future Market Insights predicts that the fatty acid supplements market will grow at a compound annual rate of 8.7 percent through to 2035, reaching a ...
Natural Grocers Unveils Must-Know Trends for 2025
On Dec. 2, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (Lakewood, CO) unveiled its Top Trends for 2025. “At Natural Grocers, we’re always eager to see how evolving trends inspire healthier, more sustainable lifestyles. Each year we sift through evolving shopping habits and cutting-edge research to pinpoint the trends that will shape the way we live, eat, and ...
Dr. Bronner’s Now Sources 100 Percent of Organic Hemp Seed Oil in its Soap
California-based Dr. Bronner’s now sources its entire supply, approximately 30 metric tons annually, of USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) Organic hemp seed oil used in its soap and other body care products, from U.S. farmers. This achievement marks the cumulative success of more than two decades of committed advocacy by the company to legalize hemp farming ...
Six Health Benefits of Evening Primrose Oil
Evening primrose oil, also known as EPO, is a popular supplement with numerous health claims. But is it as healthy as it seems, and what are the potential health benefits? What Is EPO? Evening primrose oil is a plant native to North America, which bears yellow flowers that bloom in the evening, hence the name ...
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