03 Feb 2015
GLA: The Healthy Omega-6 Fat
Omega-6 fatty acids have received a bad rap, but one of them, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), is known for its health-promoting benefits.
It is widely believed that the typical Western diet contains an abundance of omega-6 fats, with most of us consuming too few omega-3s.
So why, then, is this popular omega-6 fatty acid worth your attention? Read on for answers.
GLA Reduces Inflammation
Rather than promoting inflammation, as can usually be the case with omega-6 fatty acids such as arachidonic acid, gamma-linolenic acid converts to a molecule known as PGE1 (prostaglandin E1) that helps to reduce inflammation.
By inhibiting enzymes …read more