Omega6 Facts!

Omega6 is an Essential Fatty Acid (EFA) that is not naturally produced in the body. Although fats have received negative press, the body cannot function without proper levels of Omega6 and other EFAs. Omega6 occurs naturally in many food products, and is available in supplement form.

Health benefits of Omega6:

  • Reduces the aches and pains of rheumatoid arthritis
  • Relieves the discomforts of PMS, endometriosis, and fibrocystic breasts
  • Reduces the symptoms of eczema and psoriasis
  • Clears up acne and Rosacea
  • Prevents and improves diabetic neuropathy
  • Aids in cancer treatment

Food sources of Omega6:

  • Flax seed oil
  • Flax seeds
  • Flax seed meal
  • Hemp seed oil
  • Hemp seeds
  • Grapeseed Oil
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Pumpkin oil
  • Sesame oil
  • Walnut oil
  • Pine nuts
  • Pistachio nuts
  • Raw Sunflower seeds
  • Olive oil
  • Olives
  • Borage oil
  • Evening primrose oil
  • Black currant seed oil
  • Chestnut oil
  • Wheatgerm oil
  • Corn, safflower, sunflower, soybean and cottonseed oils are also sources of linoleic acid, but are refined and may be nutrient-deficient as sold in stores.
  • Chicken

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