[vc_row 0=””][vc_column][vc_column_text 0=””]Essential fatty acids are “essential” because while our bodies can synthesize some of the fats it needs for other foods we’ve eaten in combination with minerals, vitamins and other co-factors. The ones we can’t make are linoleic acid or omega-6, and alpha lenolenic acid or omega-3.
We get plenty – actually too much omega-6 because it is in many processed foods. The imbalance between the two causes rampant inflammation in the body.
☆ Nordic Naturals – Ultimate Omega
Of the most important things that fatty acids do for us is to help create prostaglandins; the hormone-like substance that controls how we inflame and anti-inflame. Excess omega-6 causes us to inflame but the ability anti-inflame is seriously decreased – an important function when it comes to gout prevention.