While small percentages of essential fatty acids can be obtained from food, the majority of the population tends to consume far more of the saturated `bad' fats than essential `good' fats (Omega-3 and -6). NOW Omega 3-6-9 is an ideally balanced, full-spectrum source of these three 'good fats'. By utilizing high potency Omega-3 from flaxseed and canola, Omega-6 from primrose and black currant and Omega-9 (or Oleic acid, a non-essential fatty acid) from Canola and Flax, our formula helps correct this common imbalance, while minimizing any chance of reoccurring reverse imbalances.* From the FDA's website: "Consumption of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. FDA evaluated the data and determined that, although there is scientific evidence supporting the claim, the evidence is not conclusive (see nutrition information for fat content)".