Essential fatty acids are the basic building blocks of fats. The fatty acids considered 'essential' to live that cannot be made by the body must be supplied through the food your pet eats or supplementation. The other fatty acids manufactured by the body are important although not regarded as 'essential.' Polyunsaturated fatty acids are the 'good' fats necessary for healthy body functions and are typically found in vegetable oils. Chemically speaking, these fatty acids are not 'saturated' with hydrogen molecules and contain more than one double bond. They are divided into families depending on where their end-most double bond is located. There are two main subtypes of fatty acids: the Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. The Omega-3's are those with their end-most double bond 3 carbons from the Omega end. The Omega-6's are those with their end-most double bond 6 carbons from the Omega end. Omega-9's are not an essential fatty acid, but they are an important group of unsaturated fatty acids.
Essential Fatty Acids are intricately involved in maintaining cellular health. They are considered the 'gate keepers', bringing important nutrients into the cell and keeping toxins out. Essential Fatty Acids produce hormone-like compounds that support healthy inflammatory response and help keep blood vessels dilated.
Healthy Skin & Coat for Dogs is an Omega 3, 6, & 9 formula to support a healthy and shiny coat. We recommended it to support coat sheen and luster, and proper skin tone in dogs.
The biologically active fatty acids in Healthy Skin & Coat for Dogs help support tone and elasticity of the skin and hair. Their incorporation into cell membranes supports structural integrity, maintains moisture, and helps control the flow of substances into and out of the cell.
Recommended for:
- Dry, greasy or dull coats
- Dry skin
- Dandruff
- Hair loss
- Show animals
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