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Fatty Acids are organic compounds that form important components of dietary fats and oils. They include saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). Important dietary fatty acids include omega-3 fatty acids such as ALA, EPA, and DHA, and omega-6 fatty acids such as linoleic acid. Different fatty acids are found in foods and oils including fish, nuts, seeds, vegetable oils, and other animal and plant sources.
Fatty Acids are naturally occurring components of fats and oils that provide energy and perform important structural and physiological roles in the body. They are commonly classified according to their chemical structure as saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Polyunsaturated fatty acids include omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-3s include alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). ALA is an essential fatty acid that must be obtained from the diet, while EPA and DHA are commonly obtained from fish and seafood or supplements.
Fatty acids are used in many dietary supplements, including fish oil, flaxseed oil, evening primrose oil, borage oil, omega-3, omega-6, and omega 3-6-9 formulations. The exact fatty-acid profile and concentration depend on the source, processing method, and product formulation.