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- Health From The Sun - Organic Evening Primrose Oil From Organic Seeds 500 mg. - 180 Mini Softgel(s) Health From The Sun Organic Evening Primrose Oil From Organic Seeds is made from organic evening primrose seeds and naturally supplies the nutritionally important fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is rarely found in foods. Each softgel contains 500 mg of cold expeller-pressured evening primrose oil with 100 mg GLA per serving, intended to provide nutritive support for women's health. Health From The Sun Organic Evening Primrose Oil From Organic Seeds is extracted from the highest quality evening primrose seeds, without the use of chemical solvent, hexane. Rigorously quality tested to guarantee purity, potency and truth-in-labeling. Supplies Nutritionally Important Fatty Acid Gamma-Linolenic Acid 500 mg of Organic Evening Primrose Oil in Each Softgel Extracted from the Highest Quality Evening Primrose Seeds Tested for Purity, Potency & Truth-In-Labeling Hexane Free Health From The Sun Frequently Asked Questions: What are essential fatty acids? Essential fatty acids are "good" fats and you generally don't get enough of them. Essential fats, or essential fatty acids (EFAs), are essential nutrients that the human body can't produce itself. The only way humans can get these nutrients is through the diet. EFAs are polyunsaturated fats, which are considered "good" fats. EFAs contribute to the healthy functioning of cell membranes and are also critical for the synthesis of eicosanoids, a family of hormone-like substances that help in cell maintenance on a minute-to-minute basis. Just like other essential vitamins and minerals, EFAs are necessary for the maintenance of good health. Research with EFA supplementation has shown promise in a number of areas including: rheumatoid arthritis, skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, high blood cholesterol, coronary heart disease, diabetic neuropathy, depression, high blood pressure, high blood triglycerides and cancer. Which fatty acids are essential? Chemically speaking, there are two fatty acids that are truly "essential." These are linoleic acid (LA) and alpha linolenic acid (ALA). The body cannot manufacture these fats itself, yet they are essential for health. A healthy body uses LA and ALA to produce other fatty acids which, in turn, produce a host of beneficial compounds. These "subsidiary" fatty acids each play specific roles in the maintenance of good health and are generally included when you talk about "essential fatty acids": gamma linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid. There is one other "subsidiary fatty acid" that isn't always a good fat, but it too is necessary in small amounts: arachidonic acid. Linoleic acid (LA) LA is found in processed foods, margarine and vegetable oils. LA helps improve skin conditions. It may also be partially converted to GLA in the body (see more on GLA below). The typical North American diet includes an excess of LA, so you do not need to worry about supplementation with this fatty acid. Alpha linolenic acid (ALA) ALA is found primarily in flax oil and is also found in black currant oil and hemp oil. The positive effects of ALA have been documented in areas including: high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, immune system function, male infertility and cancer. The body also converts a portion of ALA into two other fatty acids, EPA and DHA (see below). Gamma linolenic acid (GLA) is a healthy body may derive some GLA from LA (see above). The richest natural source of GLA is borage (also known as starflower) oil. GLA is also found in black currant, evening primrose and hemp oils. The body uses GLA to produce eicosanoids that are highly anti-inflammatory, dilate blood vessels and reduce blood clotting. GLA is popularly used by women suffering from PMS. However, GLA has been clinically indicated to have therapeutic benefits in many other health conditions including: rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, d
- UPC # 010043057459
- Size/Form 180 Mini Softgel
Suggested Use: Use only as directed. Take two softgels daily with food or as directed by your health care practitioner. Keep out of sunlight. Store in a cool, dry place. INGREDIENTS Health From The Sun - Organic Evening Primrose Oil From Organic Seeds 500 mg. - 180 Mini Softgel(s) Supplement Facts Serving Size: 2 Softgels Servings Per Container: 90 Amount Per Serving % Daily Value Calories 10 Calories from Fat 10 Total Fat 1 g 2%† Organic Evening Primrose Seed Oil** Supplying 100 mg Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA) [omega-6], 730 mg Linoleic Acid (LA) [omega-6] and 30 mg Oleic Acid (OA) [omega-9] 1,000 mg * *Daily Value Not Established. †Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Other Ingredients: Gelatin, glycerin and water. **Certified organic by EcoCert WARNINGS Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children. Keep your licensed health care practitioner informed when using this product.
