Higher linoleic acid levels linked to lower heart disease and diabetes risk
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New research that used blood markers to measure linoleic acid levels and their relation to cardiometabolic risk adds evidence that this omega-6 fatty acid may help to lower risks for heart disease and type 2 diabetes. The findings challenge claims that seed oils are harmful to cardiometabolic health.
Four leading organizations have jointly released a clinical advisory titled “Nutritional Priorities to Support GLP-1 Therapy for Obesity.” This consensus-based guidance reflects an interdisciplinary collaboration to help clinicians support patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists for obesity care with evidence-based nutritional and behavioral strategies.
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