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Linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid that plays a crucial role in human health. Here's a concise description:

1. Chemical structure: It's an 18-carbon polyunsaturated fatty acid with two double bonds (18:2 ω-6).
2. Classification: Omega-6 fatty acid.
3. Essentiality: Cannot be synthesized by the human body, must be obtained through diet.
4. Dietary sources: Found in vegetable oils (e.g., sunflower, safflower, soybean), nuts, and seeds.
5. Functions:
   • Component of cell membranes
   • Precursor for arachidonic acid and eicosanoids
   • Involved in skin health and barrier function
   • Important for growth and development
6. Recommended intake: 12-17 grams per day for adults, depending on gender and total caloric intake.

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