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Re: How do I lower pro-inflammatory cytokines? » Trotter

Posted by joe schmoe on December 11, 2012, at 19:20:30

In reply to Re: How do I lower pro-inflammatory cytokines? » joe schmoe, posted by Trotter on December 11, 2012, at 18:25:50

> While I agree polyunsaturated fats may be bad for you, I think saturated fats associated with red meat are high in omega-6 fatty acids which are supposed to increase pro-inflammatory cytokines. Conversely, omega-3s are meant to reduce inflammation.

Hi,

Actually omega-6 and omega-3 are both polyunsaurated fatty acids. Saturated fats are not "omega" anything. The omega notation is to show how far from the end of the molecule (in carbons) the last carbon single bond is. Saturated fats have only carbon double bonds, which is why they are highly resistant to oxidation, and are used by the body as energy storage and fuel. Yes, if you eat carbs, they are quickly converted into and stored as saturated fat.

If you want to cut out omega-6's, cut out vegetable oils and processed foods using them.


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