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Healing fats of the skin: the structural and immunologic roles of the omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids.

Published Jul 1, 2010 · M. McCusker, J. Grant-Kels

Clinics in dermatology

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Study Snapshot

Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids show promise as safe adjunctive treatments for various skin disorders by maintaining the stratum corneum permeability barrier, promoting wound healing, and promoting apoptosis in malignant cells.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Healing fats of the skin: the structural and immunologic roles of the omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids.

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