Linoleic Acid

Overview

Linoleic Acid is an Essential (Omega 6) Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid (18:2w6) (18:2n6) containing 18 carbon atoms in the chain with two double bonds.

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Cardiovascular System

 Linoleic Acid helps to generate the electrical currents that make the Heart beat in an orderly sequence and some forms of Heart disease may be symptoms of Linoleic Acid deficiency.  ^[1]

Cells

 Linoleic Acid is an essential component of all Cell Membranes and maintains the fluidity of Cell Membranes. Linoleic Acid transports Oxygen into the Cell Membranes. Linoleic Acid helps to hold Proteins in Cell Membranes by the electrostatic attractive forces of its double bonds. Linoleic Acid transports Oxygen across Cell Membranes into the Mitochondria where it is used to produce Energy.

 Linoleic Acid deficiency may retard Growth.  ^[2]

Excretory System

 Linoleic Acid deficiency may cause Kidneys malfunction.  ^[3]

 Excessive Perspiration may occur as a result of Linoleic Acid deficiency.  Anecdotal Evidence

 Linoleic Acid’s tendency to disperse may allow the body's biological systems to carry fat-soluble toxins to the surface of the Skin, Intestinal Tract, Kidneys and Lungs where they are excreted.  Anecdotal Evidence 

Immune System

 Increased susceptibility to Bacterial & Viral Diseases infections may occur as a result of Linoleic Acid deficiency.  ^[4]

 Linoleic Acid may inhibits the growth of Helicobacter pylori.  Anecdotal Evidence 

Metabolism

 Linoleic Acid may increase the Basal Metabolism by increasing oxidation and body temperature.  Anecdotal Evidence

 Surplus Cholesterol is transported from the Cell Membranes to the Liver by Linoleic Acid.

 Linoleic Acid combined with Gamma-Linolenic Acid, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) at a total dosage of 4,000 mg per day may improve the condition of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) patients.  ^[5]

 Linoleic Acid may enhance the production of Energy within the body.  Anecdotal Evidence

 Linoleic Acid may shorten the recovery time for Muscles after intensive Exercise.  Anecdotal Evidence

 Liver degeneration may occur as a symptom of Linoleic Acid deficiency.  ^[6]

 Linoleic Acid is involved in the metabolism of Oxygen within the body. Linoleic Acid transfers Oxygen from air in the Lungs through the thin Lung tissue membranes. Linoleic Acid transfers Oxygen into Hemoglobin. Linoleic Acid holds Oxygen in the Cell Membranes allowing the Oxygen to act as a barrier to Detrimental Bacteria, Fungi and Viruses.

Musculoskeletal System

 Linoleic Acid may be essential for the formation of healthy Fat that surrounds Muscles.  Anecdotal Evidence

 Linoleic Acid may shorten the recovery time for Muscles after intensive Exercise.  Anecdotal Evidence

 Linoleic Acid deficiency may contribute to Rheumatoid Arthritis.  Anecdotal Evidence