Omega 6

Essential polyunsaturated fats, mostly linoleic acid, from vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. Replacing saturated fats with them contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.

Sources: MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine), EU Regulation 432/2012, authorized health claims

Best food sources of omega 6

Richest foods in each food group, per 100 g. Some foods, such as dried herbs, spices and oils, are eaten in far smaller amounts than 100 g, so a high rank does not always mean a meaningful contribution to a meal.

fats and oils53 foods measured

fruits, vegetables, legumes and nuts223 foods measured

miscellaneous87 foods measured

cereal products92 foods measured

Other30 foods measured

meat, egg and fish485 foods measured

milk and milk products185 foods measured

sugar and confectionery150 foods measured

ice cream and sorbet15 foods measured

beverages30 foods measured

Values per 100 g from CIQUAL. Percentages are shares of the adult daily reference intake (EU Regulation 1169/2011, fiber from EFSA). Foods whose value is below the detection limit or reported as traces are not ranked, since the amount is unknown rather than zero.