Delta-6 Desaturase
Delta-6 desaturase is required for the rate-limiting step in converting ALA to EPA and DHA. Stress, sugar, and grains can inhibit delta-6 desaturase. Because inhibiting factors are widespread, many people may convert ALA at the low end of…
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Delta-6 desaturase is required for the rate-limiting step in converting ALA to EPA and DHA. Stress, sugar, and grains can inhibit delta-6 desaturase. Because inhibiting factors are widespread, many people may convert ALA at the low end of the range.