| Linoleic Acid |
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The word ''linoleic'' comes from the Greek word ''linon'' ( Flax ). ''Oleic'' means ''of, relating to, or derived from oil'' or ''of or relating to oleic acid''. Linoleic acid is a Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid used in the biosynthesis of Prostaglandin s and Cell Membrane s and in other natural oils. These oils include Vegetable Oil , especially Sunflower oil. To be fully utilised by the body, LA must be converted into Gamma-linolenic Acid , a reaction catalysed by the Enzyme Delta-6-desaturase ( D6D ). Linoleic acid is used in making Soap s, Emulsifier s, and quick-drying oils. Reduction of linoleic acid yields Linoleyl Alcohol . Linoleic acid is one of the two Essential Fatty Acids that humans require. The other is Alpha-linolenic Acid . They are called "essential" because they can not be produced by the human body. Deficiency symptoms include dry hair, hair loss, and poor wound healing. Apparently, it is easy to meet the daily requirement for these fatty acids (even for people consuming low fat diets). Consuming approximately a tablespoon of polyunsaturated plant oils a day is sufficient. Essential fatty acids should not be confused with Essential Oil s which are not required by the human body. SEE ALSO |
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