Nutritional Guide

Why you need it?

Were it not for the substantial body of scientific evidence backing the extraordinary therapeutic range of the oil extracted from this plant, the claims made on its behalf would seem exaggerated.

The oil of the Evening Primrose seed is a rich source of cis-g-linolenic acid (GLA). GLA is a precursor of a hormone like substance called PGE1 which has a wide range of beneficial effects in the body.

Those with premenstrual syndrome, diabetes and eczema, can have a metabolic block that interferes with the body's ability to make GLA. Many people in Western societies may be at least partially GLA deficient as a result of aging, glucose intolerance, dietary fat intake, and other problems.

Parts Used:

Oil from the seed.

Constituents:

70% cis-linolenic acid and 6-8% cis-g-linolenic acid (GLA). Cold pressed oil from higher quality crops could yield 10-11% GLA.

Precautions

GRAS - Generally recognized as safe. No adverse reactions, side effects or overdose symptoms expected when taken within the recommended amounts.

• Consistent, reproducible problems from taking evening primrose oil have not been reported. However, rare instances of side effects of headache, skin rashes and nausea have been reported.
• Other nutrients are needed by the body, along with evening primrose oil, to make PGE. Consequently, some experts suggest that magnesium, zinc, vitamin C, niacin, and vitamin B6 should be taken along with evening primrose oil.
• Use for epileptics is not recommended.

The information provided on this site is for educational purposes only. Neither the information provided nor products supplied or offered should be construed to be in any way substitutes for medical attention or prescribed medication. Consult with your healthcare professional before taking any supplements or herbal remedies if you are suffering from an undiagnosed illness or if you are on prescribed medication.

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