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SeributawaNews - Maybe you've heard about Omega 3, but rather seldom heard of Omega 6. Though both types of good fats has many benefits for your health, and the second intake of good fats should also be balanced. 

Essential Fatty Acids Why needed? 

Essential fatty acids are important components that exist in every single cell membrane (of 60 trillion cells of the body). Essential fatty acids have a unique structure, which allows them to perform certain important functions in the cell membrane, which unlike the case with saturated fats and bad fats are actually harmful to the body, especially if excessive. 

If we lack the type of cell membrane essential fatty acids, then the membrane can not function properly. This will cause the nutrients are not able to enter the cell body. 

Omega-3 source 

This oil can be found in flaxseed, as well as dark green leafy vegetables. Pumpkin, walnut, soybean, and flaxseed is a source of Omega 3 as well as Omega 6. 

Source of Omega 6 

Omega 6 oils can be found from safflower seeds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, soy beans, and pumpkin seeds and walnuts. 

Signs of Deficiency of Omega-3 

Here is a sign of lack of Omega-3: 

Having trouble growing and learning process. 

Behavior and mood changes drastically. 

Strength and muscle growth are small. 

Susceptible to allergies. 

Water retention. 

Dry skin and irritation. 

Low metabolism. 

Intestinal damage. 

Blood pressure and high triglyceride levels. 

Insulin resistance. 

Tingling in the arms and legs. 

Inflammation of muscle tissue. 

Depression. 

Motor coordination deteriorated. 

Signs of Deficiency of Omega-6 

Here is a sign of lack of Omega-6: 

Hair loss. 

Skin disorders like eczema 

Behavior change. 

Decline in intelligence. 

Decreased immunity. 

Abnormalities of heart rate. 

Thin and dry skin, dry hair and brittle nails. 

Dry eye. 

Infertility in men. 

Miscarriage in women. 

Kidney damage. 

Arthritis. 

Fatty infiltration of the liver. 

Make sure you are not experiencing shortages of the second intake of Omega is to consume both types of these healthy fatty acids in sufficient quantities. In addition, begin to replace bad fats with good fats to maintain your good health.