Are you aware of what Omega-6 Fatty Acids are? Let me explain.

Omega-6 are listed as: Linoleic acid; sunflower, sesame, corn and soybean oils.

They are found in: Frozen and processed foods.

What’s the big deal? Ideally, you should eat three omega-6 fatty acids for every omega-3 fatty acid you eat. But the ratio in most Western diets is between 10:1 and 20:1.

Excess intake of omega-6 can raise blood pressure and increase your risk of heart disease.

How to avoid it: Eat fewer processed foods. Purchase omega-3 supplements found in fish oil pills and flaxseed oil with care since these supplements often contain omega-6 along with omega-3.