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What happens if you have a deficiency in linoleic acid?

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According to scientific research, severe deficiencies in essential fatty acids like linoleic acid are extremely rare in healthy adults with balanced diets. A deficiency in linoleic acid, a crucial omega-6 fatty acid, can lead to a variety of significant health problems, primarily affecting skin integrity, growth, and overall metabolic function.