Omega-6 fatty acids and risk for cardiovascular disease: a science advisory from the American Heart Association Nutrition Subcommittee of the Council on Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Metabolism; Council on Cardiovascular Nursing; and Council on Epidemiology and Prevention.

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Harris WS, Mozaffarian D, Rimm E et al. In view of controversy surrounding the recommended amount of omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), this science advisory paper from the American Heart Association reviewed the evidence on the relationship between omega-6 PUFAs and the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) and cardiovascular disease. In summary, the American Heart Association supports the consumption of at least 5-10% of energy as omega-6 PUFAs against a backdrop of other lifestyle and dietary recommendations. A reduction in omega-6 PUFA intake from their current levels would be more likely to increase than to reduce the risk of CHD.