What plays an important role is the correct ratio of intake of omega-3 fatty acids in relation to omega-6 fatty acids, another essential category of fatty acids for the body, which we mainly obtain from vegetable oils, such as corn oil, sunflower oil, and peanut oil.
It is worth making a special mention of one of the omega-6 fatty acids, gamma linolenic acid (GLA), which is mainly found in evening primrose oil (Evening Primose Oil or EPO) and borage oil. It is also important to note the benefits of oleic acid, which together with the antioxidants of virgin olive oil, have the most beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system, while there are indications that it reduces the risk of developing cancer of the rectum and colon, breast, prostate, pancreas, and endometrium.
NOW Omega 3-6-9 provides a balanced combination of three essential fatty acids and their derivatives:
- Omega-3 derived from flax seed and canola.
- Omega-6 derived from primrose and black currant.
- Omega-9 from pumpkin seed oil, which significantly contributes to maintaining cardiovascular health.
The combination of Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-9 is useful for cellular protection, brain health, and the cardiovascular system.
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