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Fatty acid

Linoleic Acid

Linoleic acid is an essential omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid. The body cannot make it, and it comes mainly from vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.

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Which foods supply it?

BfR identifies safflower, soybean and sunflower oils as rich sources of linoleic acid. 1

BZfE reports 48–74% linoleic acid in conventional sunflower oil, compared with 2–17% in high-oleic varieties. Oil type therefore matters more than the word “sunflower” alone. 2

EFSA sets an adequate intake at 4% of dietary energy. This is a dietary reference, not a supplement prescription. 3

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