A short review on sources and health benefits of GLA, The GOOD omega-6

GLA rich oils are used mainly for their antiinflammatory effects. As inflammation plays a role in a large number of diseases, GLA can also affect a large number of diseases/conditions. Clinical studies have shown that GLA regulates transepidermal water loss (TEWL), whereby, it prevents dryness and a...

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Main Authors: Van Hoorn René, Kapoor Rakesh, Kamphuis Johan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2008-07-01
Series:Oléagineux, Corps gras, Lipides
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/ocl.2008.0207