Fatty Acids, Optimal Health & Longevity

Basic stuff.
Various types.
Pathways through the body.
Stored, burnt or modified?
Elongation and Desaturation.
Peroxidation & Free Radicals.
Use in cell membranes.
What is this stuff called Cholesterol?
Effects on LDL / HDL & CardioVascular Disease.
Why it's Oxidized LDL which causes CVD and not just LDL.
Why the Liver knows best.
Omega 3 & 6 balancing.
Omega 3 EPA and DHA content of common aquatic foods
Why Omega 6 rich vegetable oil are not desirable.
Why Hydrogenated margarine is not healthy.
What are Refined, Bleached & Deodorized (RBD) oils?
What fats our Paleo ancestors ate.
Anti-Oxidants to protect fatty acids.
Types & amounts to eat for Optimal Health.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
Fish Oil and or Flax / Linseed?
Other Oils and Fats

Interactive Excel Oil Analysis spreadsheet
Graphic of the spreadsheet

Virgin Coconut Oil (VCNO) in Australia & New Zealand