The omega balance.

The article discusses the importance of omega fatty acids in a healthy diet and explores the potential harm of consuming too much omega-6 fatty acids. It highlights the imbalance of omega-6s and omega-3s in the typical Western diet and the correlation with diseases associated with inflammation. While there is evidence linking excessive omega-6 consumption to chronic inflammation, the causal connection is still debated. The article suggests increasing omega-3 intake through oily fish and plant-based sources, while reducing omega-6 intake by replacing certain oils. It also emphasizes the importance of checking labels on fish oil supplements for EPA and DHA content. [Extracted from the article]