A closer look at essential fatty acid balance and inflammation-related patterns in the body.

Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids play important roles in the body, including supporting the heart, brain, immune system, cell membranes, and inflammatory response. This at-home blood spot test evaluates the balance of these essential fats to help identify patterns that may be worth addressing through nutrition and lifestyle.

What It Measures

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Evaluates levels of beneficial omega-3 fats

• Omega-6 Fatty Acids: Measures omega-6 fats and how they compare with omega-3 levels

• Omega-6 to Omega-3 Ratio: Looks at the overall balance between these two families of essential fatty acids

• AA/EPA Ratio: Compares arachidonic acid (AA) with EPA, providing another marker related to fatty-acid balance and inflammatory signaling

Why You May Want to Run It

This test may be helpful if you're experiencing or concerned about ongoing inflammation, joint or muscle discomfort, low energy, cardiovascular health, mood, or whether you're getting enough omega-3s through your diet or supplements. Studies show reduced cardiovascular risk by 90% with ratios of 3:1, while the standard American diet is 18:1.

The results can help identify whether your fatty-acid intake may need additional support and provide a more individualized way to guide omega-3 intake, nutrition, and lifestyle choices rather than simply guessing how much omega-3 you need.

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