PANCE Board Practice Exam

In dietary management of high triglycerides, which statement best describes OM3 and OM6?

OM3 and OM6 are both beneficial, but excessive OM6 relative to OM3 can be harmful OM6 far more than OM3 OM3 should be avoided Only OM6 matters

Correct Answer:

OM3 and OM6 are both beneficial, but excessive OM6 relative to OM3 can be harmful

Explanation:

In managing high triglycerides, the balance between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids is important. Omega-3s (EPA and DHA) directly lower triglycerides by reducing hepatic production and secretion of VLDL, which translates to lower fasting triglyceride levels. Omega-6s are essential, but when their intake is excessive relative to omega-3, it can promote a more pro-inflammatory state and may blunt the triglyceride-lowering benefits of omega-3s. So the best statement is that omega-3s and omega-6s both matter, but having too much omega-6 relative to omega-3 can be harmful—focus on increasing omega-3 intake and maintaining a balanced, not excess, omega-6 intake.

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