Linoleic Acid (Omega-6)
The second of the two essential fatty
acids is known as linoleic acid and is the main omega-6 fatty acid.
In a healthy human the body will convert linoleic acid into gamma
linolenic acid (GLA) which will then later be synthesized with EPA
from the omega-3 group into eciosanoids. Most Americans are able to
obtain an excess of linoleic acid although it isn't often converted
into GLA because of their metabolic issues caused by diets high in
alcohol, sugar, and trans fats from processed foods, as well as the
following.
- Smoking
- Pollution
- Stress
- Aging
- Viral Infections
- Diabetes
Omega-6 fatty acids are very important
for dietary intake and if unable to obtain the correct amount should
be supplemented as they can aid in multiple bodily functions and
improve some of the following.
- Diabetic Nueropathy
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- PMS
- Skin Disorders (Psoriasis & Eczema)
Jesse,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed this post. It sounds like linoleic acid is primarily for joint strength and buildup. Is this correct? I have never heard of it and i thought this was s great post for an introduction to the fatty acid. Great Job!
Hey Courtney, Linoleic acid is usually broken down in our bodies to create new molecules and these new molecules aid in our bodily functions and indirectly affect different things such as our skin, and bone, and muscle because it helps to regulate our normal processes and make sure that they are effective and healthy. I'm glad you enjoyed this post regarding Omega-6 linoleic acid which is only one of the two main essential fatty acids.
ReplyDeleteThis post was intersting, I never really thought about the importance of lionelic acid in maintaining bone health and overall body health. I thought it was even more interesting to find out that it had the abolity to somewhat improve arthritic conditions. I've heard that they can have an anti inflammatory effect, is this why it is helpful for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis?
ReplyDeleteHey Ben, you're completely correct that linoleic acid is known to have an anti-inflammatory regulation once broken down into different fatty acid molecules. This is exactly why it helps conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, and I think this is the exact reason it is important to understand essential fatty acids and how they can benefit us.
DeleteI enjoy reading your posts I'm learning all kinds of new info about how to keep my bones and joints healthy. This article especially, lionelic acid seems to have a great effect on bone health.
ReplyDeleteThanks Matthew, appreciate that you took the time to read and learn some information regarding essential fatty acids.
DeleteI really had no idea of the importance of linoleic acid in the body.what are eciosaniods?
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