Foods high in omega-6 fats

To function properly, your body requires both omega-6 and omega-3 fats. Western diets are often heavy in omega-6 fats and low in omega-3 fats. This imbalance has been linked to an increased risk of illness and perhaps immunological malfunction. Diets high in omega-6 fats appear to stimulate the expression of pro-inflammatory proteins, which may impair immune function, whereas diets high in omega-3 fats limit the creation of those proteins and improve immunological function. Furthermore, research on obese persons suggests that high dietary consumption of omega-6 fats may cause immunological dysfunction and raise the risk of certain illnesses such as asthma and allergic rhinitis.

The link between omega-6 fats and the immune response, on the other hand, is convoluted, and additional human study is required. To improve general health, researchers recommend that you maintain a healthy balance of omega-6 to omega-3 fats, which is estimated to be approximately 1:1 to 4:1. This means consuming more omega-3-rich foods like salmon, mackerel, sardines, walnuts, and chia seeds and less omega-6-rich foods such sunflower canola oil, maize oil, and soybean oil.