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. 2017 Nov 16;15(2):1167–1176. doi: 10.3892/etm.2017.5515

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Figure 2. — Impact of dietary PUFAs in disease prevention or risk. The diagram emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet to maintain a healthy condition. The human body is unable to synthesize ω-6 and ω-3 PUFAs and they may only be obtained from a balanced diet. The amounts and balance of PUFAs in the diet are important for maintenance of and improving health due to their role in the body's functions, including immune and inflammatory responses, blood lipid levels, blood pressure and blood clotting. PUFA, polyunsaturated fatty acid.