Health From The Sun 100% Vegetarian evening primrose oil is the first evening primrose oil in a 100% Vegetarian capsule. It naturally supplies the important omega-6 fatty acid GLA, which is rarely found in foods. Processed without the chemical solvent hexane. Look for other Health From The Sun 100% Vegetarian EFA oils including: Organic Flax Oil, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Borage Oil and Wheat Germ Oil.
Gamma-linolenic acid, or GLA, and linoleic acid are essential, polyunsaturated fatty acids. They are used by most cells in the body to produce soothing prostagalndins (intracellular horomone-like messengers), which help maintain the balance of many functions in the body. Hypoallergenic.
Health From The Sun Primrose Liquid Gold is a more cost-effective way to get the benefits of evening primrose oil. Conveniently, it can be taken with a teaspoon or sprinkled on foods. It can also be used externally on the skin for its moisturizing and nourishing properties. Primrose Liquid Gold is a BIO-EFA food oil, ensuring the most Bioavailable Essential Fatty Acids. Independently tested to guarantee truth in labeling and product quality. Refrigerate after opening.
Evening Primrose Oil is derived from plant sources and contains high amounts of Essential Fatty Acids, which the body cannot produce alone. These acids are converted by the body into GLA (Gamma Linolenic Acid), which is a building block for prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are hormones which help regulate the immune system and can only be produced when adequate Essential Fatty Acids are present. Prostaglandins serve as regulators of metabolism, cell growth and reproduction.GLA is a critical nu ...