The Importance of a Proper Omega-3 and Omega-6 EFA Balance

Based in Southern California, Mohsen Motamedian is head of NutriCare, LLC, a company that produces nutritional supplements. Mohsen Motamedian’s firm markets the Ultimate EPA-DHA Blend, which contains cold-water-fish-sourced omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFA). Certified for purity, the blend is manufactured in Norway.

Omega-3 fatty acids are distinguished as “good fats” that counter inflammation, as opposed to “bad” omega-6 fatty acids. It is important to take in a certain amount of both types of EFA, as the body does not naturally produce these acids. They play an essential role in the central nervous system as molecular messengers that protect the nerve cells and enhance immunity. In contrast with the typical American diet, which is heavily skewed toward omega-6 EFAs, the ideal diet should have only a 2-to-1 ratio in favor of omega-6 EFAs. Sourcing omega-3 fatty acids does take a bit of work: in addition to fish, they are present in eggs, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, and canola and hempseed oil. As a way of ensuring that they get enough omega-3 EFAs, many people incorporate the supplements Max Motamedian’s company offers as a regular part of their diet.