The discussions overall emphasize the emerging evidence supporting linoleic acid’s health benefits, with participants referencing newer meta-analyses and reviews to challenge old notions about seed oils being inflammatory. Words like 'beneficial', 'review', and 'evidence' suggest a positive and investigative tone, reflecting high interest and moderate engagement, while examples such as references to studies from 2024-2025 underscore their focus on recent research sources.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions support the positive role of linoleic acid in cardiovascular health, citing recent reviews and meta-analyses.
InterestHigh interest
Participants show high curiosity, with many referencing new studies, reviews, and debates surrounding the topic.
EngagementModerate engagement
Some individuals deeply analyze the evidence, question prevailing views, and suggest exploring specific studies or experts, indicating moderate engagement.
ImpactModerate impact
The discussions could influence perceptions by reinforcing the benefits of linoleic acid, but are mostly rooted in academic and scientific references rather than immediate behavioral changes.
Abstract in brief
Higher intake and blood levels of linoleic acid (LA), an omega-6 fatty acid, are linked to better heart and metabolic health, including lower risks of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
LA helps reduce harmful cholesterol levels more effectively than saturated fats and carbs, and recent studies show that people with more LA generally have healthier outcomes, especially in managing lipid disorders.
However, consuming too much LA might interfere with the body's ability to produce beneficial omega-3 fatty acids like EPA from ALA, though the exact level where this becomes a problem isn't clear. Additionally, ratios of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids don’t really tell us enough about how much of each is needed for good health.
new review on linoleic acid (omega 6)
I still see people repeating that "omega 6s are inflammatory/seed oils are inflammatory"
let's base our views on evidence folks
https://t.co/C8SBw0i0dq https://t.co/WNPp3znaR9
Thoughts on "Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: An Update"
tl;dr: It's quite remarkable what you have to do to find these 'beneficial' effects.
A monster post. This took far longer than I was expecting...
https://t.co/79TjEew8I4
#lcl6 https://t.co/rSFOsktvIt
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GladstoneBrookes
@GladstoneB81859 · X
Beneficial effects of linoleic acid on cardiometabolic health: an update
Nice and fairly concise review on everyone's favourite supposed dietary villain.
https://t.co/UiznGmYV9i https://t.co/sJXar2DUVb
Guest Post: Prof. Hulbert's Response to "Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: an Update"
A response to the recent @OmegaQuant paper on how seed oils are good for cardiovascular disease.
https://t.co/bbqSe0NIl7
#lcl6 https://t.co/CPFt8UliWm
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Tavis Piattoly,MS,RD
@TavisPiattoly · X
@NutritionMadeS3 From our lab. https://t.co/2mYY85XNyS
Aug 3, 2025 · 4 likes · 2,328 followersView post →
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WCM
@flexiblemandate · X
@bigfatsurprise What is your take on this study that was mentioned above in thread
https://t.co/ONThC6FAE4
Higher intake of linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, is linked to improved heart and metabolic health, including lower risks of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Recent studies support its beneficial effect on…
This video aims to help identify red flags of many influencers spreading misinformation. Detecting false claims is crucial as they can be potentially harmful, making it essential to recognize and avoid pseudoscience in…
@dietamz @PBasiukiewicz W nadmiarze - owszem. Kapsułka to nie nadmiar. W zakresie normalnego spożycia kwas linolowy jest korzystny. Wiem, że jest o to ostatnio spina o niemalże ideologicznym zabarwieniu, ale sprawa nie jest zero-jedynkowa.
https://t.co/kLmSmK4LT7
@havard_sb @mar_svellingen Her er flere fra 2024–2025:
- En metaanalyse fra september 2024: https://t.co/9fZOKJIK4K fant at høyere linolsyre (omega-6 i frøoljer) var assosiert med lavere inflammasjonsmarkører og redusert kardiovaskulær risiko
- En gjennomgang fra februar 2025 https://t.co/370oTUQ5ZF fant
@NutritionMadeS3 From our lab. https://t.co/2mYY85XNyS
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Kyle
@KyleMatovcik · X
@CptAncapistan Beneficial effects of linoleic acid on cardiometabolic health: an update - PubMed https://t.co/7gZqkBW5fv
Dietary Linoleic Acid and Risk of Coronary Heart Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies - PMC https://t.co/FSdUSa6xBP
Plasma linoleic
As far as I can make out the 'moderation adage' is very appropriate when it comes to oils. My preference is for very low processed oil intake in favour of walnut oil and sesame seeds (tahini). I rarely eat processed foods, so not much hidden intake.
https://t.co/0gjjQ0Vn2C
@drcateshanahan @DrHirschfield @MohammedAlo @NutritionMadeS3 @ACLifeMed @drjkahn Also worth reading:
https://t.co/7ffKWnAefS
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ThomasOfHookton
@luther_snell · X
@x26457474 Here's a recent review on the subject. They conclude nothing wrong with omega 6 oil, a minimum is needed, no decent evidence for an ideal omega 3:6 ratio, and the most common PUFA problem is lack of omega 3. https://t.co/E81OF6WtBK
Thoughts on "Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: An Update"
tl;dr: It's quite remarkable what you have to do to find these 'beneficial' effects.
A monster post. This took far longer than I was expecting...
https://t.co/79TjEew8I4
#lcl6 https://t.co/rSFOsktvIt
Nov 11, 2024 · 16 likes · 1 share · 28,295 followersView post →
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Tucker Goodrich
@TuckerGoodrich · X
Thoughts on "Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: An Update"
So no sooner do I write this post and publish it on September 3:
Than this paper is released on September 12:
“Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometaboli… https://t.co/79TjEevASw
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Den Mitchell
@DennisMitc19677 · X
The $212 Billion Dollar Food ingredient poisoning your Brain? RE: What I... https://t.co/9rp1tXJzuj via @YouTube
@nicknorwitz I’ll give you a call this weekend.
Read these if you get time
https://t.co/W8xRDTjeUo
https://t.co/7ffKWnAefS
You could also interview Bill Harris or Philip Calder who have spent decades researching PUFAS.
Oct 8, 2024 · 2 likes · 34,341 followersView post →
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U.S. Canola Association
@uscanola · X
A study in #Lipids in Health and Disease concluded that higher blood levels of the #omega-6 fatty acid, #linoleic acid (LA), found in #seedoils are associated with lower risk of coronary #heartdisease, stroke and type 2 #diabetes. the scientists wrote. https://t.co/LsMZNwCLSZ https://t.co/SJ7mda518X
@glucosenerd @drcateshanahan You can read her book and you can read studies and peer reviewed reviews of studies directly.
E.g
https://t.co/bod90nkA8o.
https://t.co/TtKVd8rmRl
https://t.co/7ffKWnAefS
Oct 1, 2024 · 2 likes · 34,341 followersView post →
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Seed Oil Disrespecter™️
@SeedOilDsrspctr · X
RT @TuckerGoodrich: Guest Post: Prof. Hulbert's Response to "Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: an Update"
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Tucker Goodrich
@TuckerGoodrich · X
Guest Post: Prof. Hulbert's Response to "Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: an Update"
A response to the recent @OmegaQuant paper on how seed oils are good for cardiovascular disease.
https://t.co/bbqSe0NIl7
#lcl6 https://t.co/CPFt8UliWm
Oct 1, 2024 · 11 likes · 1 share · 28,295 followersView post →
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Tucker Goodrich
@TuckerGoodrich · X
Guest Post: Prof. Hulbert's Response to "Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: an Update"
Introduction
I recently came across this paper:
“Beneficial Effects of Linoleic Acid on Cardiometabolic Health: An Update” (Jackson, 202… https://t.co/bbqSe0NIl7
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srlb
@89srlb · X
RT @NutritionMadeS3: new review on linoleic acid (omega 6)
I still see people repeating that "omega 6s are inflammatory/seed oils are infl…
new review on linoleic acid (omega 6)
I still see people repeating that "omega 6s are inflammatory/seed oils are inflammatory"
let's base our views on evidence folks
https://t.co/C8SBw0i0dq https://t.co/WNPp3znaR9
Beneficial effects of linoleic acid on cardiometabolic health: an update
Nice and fairly concise review on everyone's favourite supposed dietary villain.
https://t.co/UiznGmYV9i https://t.co/sJXar2DUVb
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