Types of Essential Fatty Acids:

Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)

To maintain a healthy balance in omega-3/omega-6 level, the ideal omega-6 intake should be no more than 4-5 times that of our omega-3 intake.

• Health Benefits.
  Omega-6 fatty acids have been shown to help reduce cholesterol levels and lower the incidence of coronary artery disease when substituted for saturated fats in a person's diet. Omega-6 fatty acids also relieve PMS and improve rheumatoid arthritis and skin disorders such as psoriasis and eczema.
  
  
• Rich Sources.
  Flaxseed oil and flaxseeds, hempseed oil and hempseeds, grapeseed oil, pumpkin seeds, pistachio nuts, sunflower seeds, olive oil, olives, borage oil, evening primrose oil, black currant seed oil, chestnut oil, chicken.