Suggested Use: 4-8 capsules per day, in divided doses, with meals.
E.P.O. (evening primrose oil) -
Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) provides versatile support for healthy skin, cardiovascular function and premenstrual comfort. This oil is fresh pressed; absolutely no chemicals are used in the extraction process.
What Is It?
Evening primrose oil (EPO), a source of essential fatty
acids such as gamma linolenic acid (GLA), has been used
in Europe since the seventeenth century and by the Native
Americans for centuries as nutritional support for a wide
range of physiological functions, including joint, skin and
cardiovascular health.*
Uses For E.P.O. (evening primrose oil)
Joint Health: In the body, GLA is metabolized to
dihomogammalinolenic acid (DGLA). Several studies
suggest that DGLA promotes healthy prostaglandin E1
(PGE1) production and supports healthy cytokine activity,
a mechanism that may help to support joint comfort.*
Skin Health: Several studies have indicated that EPO may
help support the look and feel of healthy skin. A clinical
trial reported that EPO supported healthy skin through a
modulation of IFN-gamma. Another study revealed that
EPO promoted skin health and led to a more favorable
shift in eicosanoid metabolism.*
Cardiovascular Health: Animal studies suggest that EPO
may support healthy lipid metabolism and may provide
oxidative protection by promoting glutathione reductase
and transferase activities. A clinical trial reported that
GLA in combination with EPA/DHA significantly promoted
healthy cardiovascular function in women.*
Menstrual Comfort: EPO supports GLA levels, which may
potentially be supportive of premenstrual comfort.*
What Is The Source?
Pure Encapsulations evening primrose oil is a cold-pressed
oil produced without the use of solvents.
Recommendations
Pure Encapsulations recommends 1-4 capsules per day, in
divided doses, with meals.
Are There Any Potential Side Effects Or
Precautions?
Not to be taken by pregnant women, due to an increased
risk for pregnancy complications. Consult your physician
for more information.
Are There Any Potential Drug Interactions?
Evening primrose oil is contra-indicated with blood
thinning medications. Consult your physician for more
information.
Supplement Facts:Suggested Use: 4-8 capsules per day, in divided doses, with meals.
| Ingredients | AMT | %DV |
|---|
| Calories | 5 | - |
| calories from fat | 5 | - |
| total fat | 0.5 g | - |
| evening primrose oi (seed) (cold pressed) | 500 mg. | - |
| containing: gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) 9% | 45 mg. | - |
Other Ingredients: gelatin capsule
(-) There is no %DV or the manufactuer has not provided this data.
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