EFAs protect against such conditions as heart disease; cancer; autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis; skin diseases, including acne, atopic eczema, and psoriasis
EFAs are used therapeutically to treat and prevent cardiovascular problems, including heart disease, high cholesterol, strokes, and high blood pressure.
Omega-6 fatty acids may be consumed either as linoleic acid in oils that contain high levels of linoleic acid, or in the converted form, GLA, in dietary supplements.
Omega-6s.
Omega-6 is a group of essential fatty acids (EFA) that our bodies need.
Linoleic acid is an Omega-6.
Dietary sources of Omega-6 fatty acids include vegetable oils such as corn oil...
Fatty acids are used 2 ways for energy.
1) Biochemistry
Oxidation of fatty acids results in the generation of the energy carrying molecules NADH and FADH2 used by the bodies' oxidative...