Fatty Acid Profile Test

How to tell if there’s a risk you could develop asthma, rheumatism, atopic dermatitis, and other potentially fatal diseases

Introducing the quick and accurate ImuPro Fatty Acid Profile Test

If you have an imbalance in your fatty acids, there’s an elevated risk you could suffer from diseases like asthma, arthritis, atopic dermatitis, and other potentially fatal diseases like arteriosclerosis (blocked arteries).

When you know your fatty acid profile, you can:

• Discover what may be causing certain diseases
• Adjust your diet
• Lead a healthier life

The ImuPro Fatty Acid Profile Test provides a precise measurement of:

• Saturated fatty acids
• Monounsaturated fatty acids
• Polyunsaturated fatty acids
• Trans fatty acids

Developed in association with medical professionals, the ImuPro Fatty Acid Profile Test quickly tells you the ratios of “good” fats to “bad fats” in your fatty acid profile.

Why it’s Important for Long-Term Health to Know Your Fatty Acid Profile

Many people associate the word “fat” with “bad” foods like fatty meats and fried foods. And while there are plenty of “bad” fats, “good” fats are an essential part of good overall health.

Fatty acids make up dietary and body fats. Fats and oils can be divided into these groups.

1. Saturated fatty acids
2. Monounsaturated fatty acids
3. Polyunsaturated fatty acids
4. Trans fatty acids

When you understand the roles these fats play in your health - and achieve the correct balance in your fatty acid profile - you can improve your overall health.

Let’s take a quick look at fatty acids - which ones to include in your diet and which ones to avoid.

Saturated Fatty Acids - AVOID

Saturated Fatty Acids come from food of animal origin like fatty meat, sausages, cold cuts, and butter. It also comes from palm oil and hydrogenated vegetable fat. Foods rich in saturated fatty acids contribute to the increase in LDL cholesterol and increase the risk of arteriosclerosis.

Monounsaturated Fatty Acids - INCLUDE

Olive oil and rapeseed oil are important sources of monounsaturated fatty acids; these oils help lower total cholesterol and LDL “bad” cholesterol.

Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids - DEPENDS

There are two types of polyunsaturated fatty acids:

• Omega-6
• Omega-3

Sunflower oil, vegetable margarine, and animal products (including meat and milk) are rich in Omega-6 fatty acids and should be avoided. Omega-3 fatty acids come from certain vegetables and cold water fish and should be included in a healthy diet. Generally, a ratio of 1:5 Omega-6 to Omega-3 is ideal. Unhealthy individuals can have a ratio of up to 1:50.

Trans Fatty Acids - AVOID

Trans fatty acids are formed during the hydrogenation of unsaturated fatty acids - a process where fats are essentially hardened. Potato crisps, chocolate spread, bakery products, plus cooking and frying fat, include trans fatty acids - which can increase LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and decrease HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). Trans fatty acids can alter cellular membranes and may increase the risk of coronary cardiac diseases.

Maintaining a Healthy Fatty Acid Balance is a Goal You Can Achieve

A key to excellent long-term health is a healthy balance of fatty acids. This can be achieved through sensible diet and regular exercise. However, it’s important to know your precise fatty acid profile so you have a starting point.

The ImuPro Fatty Acid Profile Test quickly provides a precise profile of all your fatty acids - to help you achieve your health and diet goals.

To find out more information please contact us here or call our experts now on 1300 481 151

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