King Grub
2010-06-06, 10:04
n-6 PUFA are well known for their critical role in many physiological functions and seem to reduce risks of CHD. However, some argue that excessive consumption of n-6 PUFA may lead to adverse effects on health and therefore recommend reducing dietary n-6 PUFA intake or fixing an upper limit. In this context, the present work aimed to review evidence on the link between n-6 PUFA and risks of CVD. Epidemiological studies show that n-6 PUFA dietary intake significantly lowers blood LDL-cholesterol levels. In addition, n-6 PUFA intake does not increase several CVD risk factors such as blood pressure, inflammatory markers, haemostatic parameters and obesity. Data from prospective cohort and interventional studies converge towards a specific protective role of dietary n-6 PUFA intake, in particular linoleic acid, against CVD. n-6 PUFA benefits are even increased when SFA intake is also reduced. In regards to studies examined in this narrative review, recommendation for n-6 PUFA intake above 5 %, and ideally about 10 %, of total energy appears justified.
Br J Nutr. 2010 Jun 4:1-9. n-6 Fatty acids and cardiovascular health: a review of the evidence for dietary intake recommendations.
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Br J Nutr. 2010 Jun 4:1-9. n-6 Fatty acids and cardiovascular health: a review of the evidence for dietary intake recommendations.
Fullängdsartikel (som verkar vara allmänt tillgänglig):
http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displayFulltext?type=6&fid=7794936&jid=BJN&volumeId=-1&issueId=-1&aid=7794935&fulltextType=RA&fileId=S0007114510002096