Essential fatty acid supplements support many physiological functions including cell, heart, brain, skin, and immune system health. Essential fatty acids are not produced in the body and must be consumed through food or supplements. Humans require linolenic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) to survive. Essential fatty acids promote heart health, cognitive function, and skin health. They may also promote anti-inflammatory activity, weight loss, and healthy cell reproduction.
Most foods contain a blend of fats (good and bad). Foods containing abundant levels of beneficial essential fatty acids are fish, flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and avocados.