omega-6 fatty acids

A form of omega-6 fatty acid — any polyunsaturated fatty acid having a double bond between the sixth and seventh carbon atoms from the end of the molecule farthest from the carboxylic acid; although they are essential fatty acids, there is evidence that excess levels can cause a number of diseases

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of omega-6 fatty acid
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