See also : *[[Olive Oil]]<br>* [[Omega-3 fatty acids]]* [[Omega-6 fatty acids]]
Omega-9, or monounsaturated oleic and stearic acid, is a non essential fatty acid produced naturally by the body whenever there is enough of either Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids. Omega-9 fatty acids are derived from monounsaturated fats, whereas the omega-3 and 6 are derived from polyunsaturated fats. If you do not have enough omega 3 and omega 6, then you must get omega 9 from your diet.