Omega-6 to Omega-3 Ratio: 7 Mistakes You're Making That Keep You Inflamed
We are passionate about empowering you to take control of your health, and today we're diving deep into one of the most misunderstood aspects of nutrition: the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio. If you're struggling with chronic inflammation, joint pain, brain fog, or unexplained fatigue, the mistakes we're about to reveal could be the missing piece of your wellness puzzle. Here's the shocking truth: 97% of people have an imbalanced omega-6 to omega-3 ratio, and this imbalance is silently fuelling inflammation throughout your body. The typical Western diet contains an omega-6 to omega-3 ratio of approximately 15:1 to 16:7:1, when it should ideally be between 1:1 and 4:1. Are you making these seven critical mistakes that keep you inflamed? Let's find out. Mistake #1: Loading Up on Hidden Inflammatory Oils The biggest mistake we see is unknowingly consuming massive amounts of omega-6-rich vegetable oils that are hidden everywhere in our food supply. Soybean oil, corn oil, sunflower oil, and safflower oil have become ubiquitous in processed foods, restaurant meals, and even "healthy" products. These oils didn't exist in meaningful quantities in our ancestors' diets, yet they now make up a staggering portion of our daily caloric intake. Every time you eat packaged snacks, salad dressings, mayonnaise, or dining out, you're likely consuming these inflammatory oils without even realizing it. The transformation impact: Within just two weeks of eliminating these oils, many of our community members report reduced joint stiffness and clearer thinking. One member shared, "I thought my knee pain was just part of aging, but after cutting out processed foods with vegetable oils, I'm moving like I'm 20 years younger!" Mistake #2: Playing the Addition Game Instead of the Balance Game Would you like to know why simply adding omega-3 supplements isn't working for you? It's because you're playing the wrong game entirely. Most people focus exclusively on increasing their omega-3 intake while completely ignoring their omega-6 consumption. This approach is like trying to balance a scale by only adding weight to one side – it's ineffective and unsustainable.