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Omega-7 (Palmitoleic Acid)

Moderate Research Quality

Description

Palmitoleic Acid is a monounsaturated omega-7 fatty acid known for its potential metabolic and cardiovascular benefits.

Benefits

Evidence-supported benefits:

Potential improvement in lipid profiles

Claimed benefits (insufficient evidence):

Improved metabolic health (claimed)
Enhanced cardiovascular function (claimed)

Recommended Usage

200-400 mg daily.

Research Quality

3/5

Moderate evidence from a mix of studies with varying quality.

Research Evidence

Effects of purified palmitoleic acid on plasma lipoproteins and blood glucose2014
Bernstein AM, et al.

Methodology

Randomized controlled trial

Participants

60 subjects

Key Outcomes

Showed improved lipid profiles

Citation (APA Style)

Bernstein et al. (2014). Lipids in Health and Disease

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Circulating palmitoleate strongly and independently predicts insulin sensitivity2010
Stefan N, et al.

Methodology

Clinical study

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Demonstrated metabolic benefits

Citation (APA Style)

Stefan et al. (2010). Diabetes Care

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Palmitoleic acid: physiological role and implications in human health2011
Yang ZH, et al.

Methodology

Review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Highlighted cardiovascular potential

Citation (APA Style)

Yang et al. (2011). Lipids

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