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omega-6 fatty acid
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omega-6 fatty acid,
an unsaturated fatty acid in which the double bond closest to the omega (methyl) end of the molecule occurs at the sixth carbon from that end. Major sources are vegetable and seed oils.


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However, eating a healthy diet--one that includes more omega-3 fatty acids and less omega-6 fatty acids (precursors to inflammation)--can prevent healthy cells from mutating into those that cause these afflictions.
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Connection between Omega 3 fatty acids and Inflammation Research indicates that the eicosanoids derived from omega-6 fatty acids are inflammatory in nature, while those derived from omega-3 fats are anti-inflammatory.
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BACKGROUND: Animal studies indicate that omega-6 fatty acids promote and omega-3 fatty acids inhibit tumor development.
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