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OMEGA 3 + 6
THE ESSENTIAL FATS YOUR BODY CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT
Fats have long been misunderstood, but they’re actually vital to your health.
Among the most important are omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids—both are essential, meaning your body can’t make them on its own.
You must get them through your diet.
BRAIN & HEART HEALTH
Both omega-3 and omega-6 play a vital role in brain development and cardiovascular function.
ENERGY STORAGE
They act as energy reservoirs, storing and supplying fuel for your body’s cellular processes when needed.
CELL STRUCTURE
Essential for maintaining the fluidity and structure of cell membranes. No other fatty acids provide this exact function.
SKIN & BLOOD HEALTH
Support the integrity of your skin as a protective barrier, and promote efficient blood clotting.
INFLAMMATION REGULATION
Omega-3 and omega-6 work together to keep your immune system in balance:
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Omega-3s help calm inflammation, keeping it in check.
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Omega-6s help ramp up inflammation when your body needs to defend itself.
How does the body use Omega 3+6 to control inflammation?
Omega-6 fats are used by the body to trigger inflammation, which is helpful for healing and fighting infection. Omega-3 fats, on the other hand, help resolve or calm down inflammation once it's no longer needed. These fats are built into cell membranes and compete for the same enzymes, so the balance between them matters.
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A protein called Nrf2 helps regulate inflammation and protect cells from damage. When activated, Nrf2 turns on genes that reduce inflammation and oxidative stress—processes that work better when Omega-3 levels are adequate. If your diet is too high in Omega-6 and low in Omega-3, it can lead to more stored Omega-6 in cells, which may result in excess inflammation over time.