Americans get too much omega-6 and not enough omega-3 fats. Here's how to strike a heart-healthy balance. Story by Maxine Yeung • 1mo ...

In the last post, I talked about some fascinating new research showing there may be an advantage to be more careful about balancing the ratio of omega 3 fatty acids to the omega 6 fatty acids in ...

Both omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) may increase levels of some inflammatory biomarkers associated with increased cardiovascular risk, a new study has found.

There’s a lot of confusion around omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Get expert explanations based on science, not trends.

Omega-3 fatty acids are very good for your health, but it can be hard to get enough if you don't eat fish. Here are the 6 best plant sources of omega-3s.

By now, you’ve probably heard that seed oils are the nutritional villain du jour. A recent study takes a more measured, science-forward look at omega-6 fats, asking whether they might actually play a ...

Discover how omega-6 fatty acids and seed oils impact your health, with expert tips for reducing risks of cancer and boosting well-being.

Introduction Omega-3 fatty acids. You’ll spot them labeled on salmon, flaxseed oil, and plenty of “heart-healthy” snack bars. Meanwhile, their cousin, omega-6 fatty acids, is more frequently demonized ...

New research has linked higher plasma levels of the healthy fats omega-3 and omega-6 to a reduced risk of developing particular types of cancer. The study adds to the on-again/off-again ...

Most Americans fall short of consuming enough omega-3s, while getting plenty of omega-6s. Striking a healthy balance of these fats is key.