Essential Fatty Acids: Nature's Secret for Optimal Wellness

2. Linoleic Acid

Linoleic acid creates signaling molecules throughout the body which chain together to form omega-6. Most people obtain enough of this acid from their daily food intake without the need for supplements. In fact, the Western diet is often over-wrought with omega-6 at the expense of omega-3. Linoleic acid keeps the skin impermeable to water, and after being metabolized it also promotes blood clotting and creates leukotrienes, extremely strong inflammatory agents.