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What are some good sources of omega 6?

Seems to me it’s hard to get enough on a whole food diet. Seems like the only rich source is junk food.

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Omega-6 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that are important for maintaining good health. They can be found in a variety of foods, including:

Nuts and seeds: Many types of nuts and seeds are good sources of omega-6 fatty acids, including sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and almonds.

Vegetable oils: Certain vegetable oils, such as corn oil, soybean oil, and safflower oil, are high in omega-6 fatty acids.

Meat and poultry: Meat and poultry, especially chicken and turkey, are good sources of omega-6 fatty acids.

Eggs: Eggs are a good source of omega-6 fatty acids, particularly if the hens that laid them were fed a diet high in omega-6s.

Dairy products: Some dairy products, such as milk and cheese, contain small amounts of omega-6 fatty acids.

It’s worth noting that while omega-6 fatty acids are essential for good health, it’s important to maintain a healthy balance of omega-6s and omega-3s. Ideally, the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids in your diet should be around 4:1 or lower.

Consuming too much omega-6 fatty acids relative to omega-3 fatty acids can be harmful to health. While omega-6s are essential, they can promote inflammation in excess, and chronic inflammation is associated with a higher risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.

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Good sources of omega 6 are eggs and vegetable oils such as sunflower, soybean and flaxseed oil. Since these are minor components of most diets, it’s important to include a few omega 6-rich foods in your meals to ensure healthy intake.

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