Omega-6 Fatty Acids: Make Them Part Of Heart-healthy Eating, New Recommendations Say
Sunday, February 1, 2009 - 23:28
in Health & Medicine
The American Heart Association recommends that people consume at least 5 percent to 10 percent of calories from omega-6 fatty acids. It's recommended that the omega-6 comes from foods, not supplements. Replacing saturated fats with polyunsaturated fatty acids may lower the risk for heart disease. Higher intakes of omega-6 may improve insulin resistance, reduce diabetes risk and lower blood pressure.