Omega 6 vs Omega 3

Both are important! But getting too much of one can be harmful to your health.

Omega-6 fatty acids are essential for human health and have many benefits, including: 

• Heart health: Omega-6s can help lower LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol, which can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. 
• Brain function: Omega-6s play a crucial role in brain function, along with omega-3 fatty acids. 
• Growth and development: Omega-6s are necessary for normal growth and development. 
• Bone health: Omega-6s help maintain bone health. 
• Metabolism: Omega-6s help regulate metabolism. 
• Reproductive system: Omega-6s help maintain the reproductive system. 
• Insulin sensitivity: Omega-6s help improve the body’s sensitivity to insulin, which can help keep blood sugar in check.

Here’s the problem:

Omega 6’s can promote inflammation and the typical American diet contains 14 to 25 times more omega-6s than omega-3s, which reduce inflammation. So that’s why the balance of these two superstars is very important!

We should strive for a 1:3 ratio of Omega 6 vs Omega 3, meaning we should have 3 grams of Omega 3 for every gram of Omega 6.

You cannot have too much Omega 3’s!