Evening Primrose Oil Supplements

About Evening Primrose Oil Supplements

Evening Primrose Oil is a natural plant extract that contains linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). GLA is believed to be responsible for the majority of evening primrose oil's benefits. This naturally therapeutic oil is commonly used for the management of PMS, poor skin health, menopausal symptoms, rheumatoid arthritis, acne, infertility and hormonal imbalance.

A scientific paper published in 2000 by The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition supported Evening Primrose Oil's ability to reduce inflammation associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis., which assisted with the symptomatic management of the condition. The International Journal of Cosmetic Science published research in 2005 showing how this natural oil dramatically improves skin hydration, elasticity, roughness, fatigue protection and firmness. This places Evening Primrose Oil high on the skin-health and anti-ageing supplement list, along with products like hydrolysed collagen.

Evening Primrose Oil is often used to treat PMS signs and symptoms relating to fluid retention, breast tenderness, acne, low mood, headaches, poor focus and concentration. Given that this product is a significant source of Omega 6 fatty acids, when supplementing long-term it is best to support Omega 3 intake as well with a quality fish oil product, flaxseed (linseed) oil or chia seed oil. This is due to the fact that most diets already have a high Omega 6 to 3 ratio.