Evening Primose

Evening primrose, extracted from the seeds of a Native American wildflower, is a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which our bodies convert into prostaglandins, some of which regulate pain and inflammation. Evening Primrose is also known by the names Primrose, Evening Star, Fever Plant, Night Willow Herb, Scabish, Scurvish, Field Primrose, and German Rampion.

Evening PrimroseEvening Primrose has long been used as a relish for wine, and to dispel the ill effects from drinking too much. Evening Primrose was also known as "King's Cure-All" for at least 500 years. Traditionally, Evening Primrose had been used as a soothing remedy for coughs associated with colds.

Studies have shown that about seven 500mg capsules of Evening Primrose oil daily, in conjunction with vitamins B-3, B-6, C and zinc, can achieve remarkable results in the treatment of schizophrenia or premenstrual syndrome (PMS). PMS symptom severities, especially depression, were relieved a lot more with the oil than with the placebo. Studies done showed no side effects with the use of Evening Primrose and some women claimed it eased their PMS symptoms, but some experts say do not expect it to work.

Evening Primrose is most commonly taken in the form of an oil, or an encapsulated powder. The common and safe dosage is four to six grams per day.

Warning:  Excess consumption can result in oily skin, an indication to decrease dosage.

Evening Primrose Oil

Dandelion Plant Evening Primrose Oil (500 mg) --  Doctor Approved, this Evening Primrose Oil is of the finest quality and is Hexane free. It is 100 percent pure cold pressed Evening Primrose Oil, derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose plant.

Evening Primrose Oil (1300mg) -- Vitabase Evening Primrose Oil 1300 mg is 100 percent pure cold expeller pressed and is free from the dangerous chemical Hexane used by some manufacturers. Take one softgel two or three times daily with meals. GLA is an Omega 6 fatty acid. For maximum benefit consider adding Omega 3 fatty acids to your diet.

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