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Possible Interaction: Leukotriene B4 and Gamma-Linolenic Acid

Research Papers that Mention the Interaction

BACKGROUND Enteral nutrition containing eicosapentaenoic (20:5 omega-3) and gamma-linolenic acid (18:3 omega-6) decreases leukotriene B4 levels and neutrophils in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid of patients and animals with acute respiratory distress syndrome.
JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition  •  2004  |  View Paper
Dietary supplementation with gamma-linolenic acid-rich oils also inhibits neutrophil LTB4 formation, has other anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, and shows promise of therapeutic efficacy in RA.
The Proceedings of the Nutrition Society  •  1998  |  View Paper
Leukotriene B4 production by peritoneal exudate cells was significantly suppressed when fed the highest level of GLA suggesting a lower risk of allergic reaction.
The present study indicates that a high dose of GLA may exert anti-inflammatory effects through suppression of leukotriene B4 release and strengthening of gut immune system, thus ameliorating allergic reaction.
Prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and essential fatty acids  •  2001  |  View Paper