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02/02/2026

Omega-6 fats are often discussed only in the context of inflammation, but they play many roles in the body.

They are used to make substances that help cells communicate — supporting normal immune, blood vessel, and metabolic function.

Reducing omega-6 to “good” or “bad” oversimplifies how these fats actually work in human physiology.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0952327818301455

26/01/2026

Much of our early dietary advice came from diet–heart trials that replaced saturated fat with omega-6 fats and assessed success mainly by changes in total cholesterol.

By today’s standards, those methods were limited. LDL and HDL cholesterol weren’t distinguished, and broader health outcomes weren’t fully captured.

Current evidence shows that replacing saturated fats with polyunsaturated fats (both omega-6 and omega-3) supports heart health, however more research is needed to determine optimal intakes of different types & sources of dietary fats.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0952327818300735

19/01/2026

Omega-6 fats have been debated for decades in relation to heart disease.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0952327818301133

Evidence reviewed in this supplementary paper shows that, in large population studies, higher intake of omega-6 fats — particularly linoleic acid — is associated with a lower risk of heart disease.

This challenges the idea that omega-6 fats are harmful to cardiovascular health and supports a more balanced interpretation of the evidence.

15/01/2026

09/01/2026

Product Insight: Refrigerate for Long-Term Freshness

While our h**p seed oil is heat-stable for oven cooking (tested at Melbourne University), refrigeration preserves its nutritional value over time. Cold storage slows oxidation, maintaining omega-3s, vitamins, and fresh flavor. Refrigerate after opening to extend shelf life and ensure peak quality—your oil will stay fresh longer and retain more nutrients.

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09/01/2026

Omega-6 is often talked about as if it’s one single thing, but this paper highlights important differences within the omega-6 family.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0952327818301121

Linoleic acid (from foods) and arachidonic acid (made by the body) have different roles and behaviours, yet they’re frequently lumped together in public discussions.

Oversimplifying these distinctions can lead to confusion — and to conclusions that don’t reflect how the body actually works.

04/01/2026

You’ll often hear that health depends on having a “perfect” omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.

This paper questions that idea, suggesting the ratio itself may be less important than overall intake and dietary context.

Rather than fearing omega-6, the evidence points toward ensuring we get enough of both essential fats overall — omega-6 and omega-3 — as part of a balanced diet.

02/01/2026

Getting enough omega-6 and omega-3 essential fatty acids from your diet can be tricky. Which plant sources provide what you need? In this blog, we explore various plant-based options for these crucial nutrients. While several plants offer excellent sources of omegas, we'll show you why h**p consistently delivers the best overall profile. Read the full blog here:

Understand the unique nutritional properties of h**p seed oil and how this one oil delivers 80% PUFA—both essential fatty acids together. Stacked up against other plant oils, learn why our Melbourne University-tested h**p seed oil is the only one you can confidently use for both cold dressings and...

27/12/2025

Omega-6 fats are often described as “pro-inflammatory,” but the human evidence doesn’t support such a simple story.

While omega-6 fats are involved in normal inflammatory signalling (a necessary part of immune function), higher omega-6 intake in human studies is not consistently linked to higher inflammation.

This highlights the difference between biological possibility and real-world outcomes — and why nuance matters in nutrition science.