Omega 6-rich safflower oil has beneficial effects on blood lipids in diabetes

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Safflower oil contains linoleic acid , an omega-6 fatty acid, and supplementation, in obese diabetic women, reduced abdominal fat, and increased levels of HDL cholesterol and adiponectin, a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar and fats. It improved glycemia, inflammation and blood lipids. This may be useful in other diseases such as atherosclerosis and Alzheimer's disease.

From Asp et al, 2011

Time-dependent effects of safflower oil to improve glycemia, inflammation and blood lipids in obese, post-menopausal women with type 2 diabetes: A randomized, double-masked, crossover study.