omega-9 fatty acid

Characteristics

• monounsaturated fat
• oleic acid --> converts to:
• mead acid &
• erucic acid
• non-essential fatty acid

Benefits

• anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,
• anti-clotting, antibacterial properties
• strengthens the immune system
• lowers cholesterol levels
• decreases hardening of the arteries

Sources

• olive oil, sesame oil
• olives
• avocados
• almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, peanuts, pecans, pistachio nuts, 
• animal fats

Omega-9 is non-essential because it can be made from other unsaturated fats in the body.  Omega-9 is usually abundant in our diets and can temporarily satisfy omega-3 or omega-6 deficiencies.  However, this is short-term, and eventually the body will suffer from an omega-3 and/or omega-6 shortage.  There is no need to specifically seek out omega-9, rather focus on your essential fatty acids, and your omega-9 levels will be fine.

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