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Fatty acid

Omega-7 fatty acids

Omega-7 fatty acids are monounsaturated fats, mainly palmitoleic acid, found for example in sea buckthorn and macadamia nuts.

What it is studied for

The strongest rated effects first. Bars show the size of the effect, the letter grades the evidence, and each rating lists the studies behind it.

Skin HydrationHair & SkinModerateBNo linked study
Cholesterol balanceCardiovascularSmallCNo linked study
Blood sugarWeight ManagementSmallCNo linked study
Anti-aging SkinHair & SkinSmallCNo linked study
Gut healthSmallCNo linked study
Oxidative stressLongevitySmallCNo linked study
All 8 rated effectsGrouped by health goal, with the publications behind each rating

Why people take it

Essential Health23.2%
Cardiovascular22.1%
Cognition12.6%
Immune Support12.6%
Hair & Skin10.5%
Longevity9.5%

SuppCo community snapshot, 2026-09-28. Reasons for use are not evidence that it works.

Sources

  1. SuppCo · Omega-7 fatty acids nutrient profile