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Sat, 31 May 1997 22:43:06 -0400
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Todd Moody wrote:

> Kim, I think there's no getting around the fact that this
> question about animal fat is currently very controversial.  I
> have semi-persuaded myself that beef fat is too polluted by
> arachidonic acid, the result of a feedlot diet high in soybeans
> and corn.  The same goes for eggs (yolks).  Andrew believes that
> if the diet is not otherwise corrupted by offending foods, such
> as grains, starches, and dairy, then our bodies can handle the
> increased dietary arachidonic acid load.

Now I need either confirmation or correction of a "fact" that I have
believed for a long time. I got the impression, years ago, that an
increased intake of GLA was necessary or desirable to balance the AA in
the diet. Andrew, Todd, your thoughts appreciated.

Sharon

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