Omega-9—Polyunsaturated fatty acids where the first double bond occurs on the ninth carbon-to-carbon double bond from the methyl end of the hydrocarbon chain.
Omega-9: An essential fatty acid that has neutral effects on hormone production, i.e. does not produce "good" or "bad" eicosanoids.
Though it is not considered "essential" (the body can make some omega-9), by substituting it for oils rich in omega-6s, you can help restore the balance between omega-3s and omega-6s, plus gain some additional health benefits.
 See also: Antioxidant, Fruit, Sugar, Fat, Health
  
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