GLA Evening Primrose Oil
- Vegetable oil
- Cold-pressed
- Naturally rich in GLA and linoleic acid
- Product description
- Nutritional content
Organic giant evening primrose oil with GLA
Healthwell GLA Evening Primrose Oil comes from the seeds of the yellow herbaceous plant. The seeds are cold-pressed gently without additives and at low temperatures so as not to lose their effect and important nutrients. GLA Giant Evening Primrose Oil ECO is naturally rich in GLA and linoleic acid, two unsaturated fatty acids from omega-6. Linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid that must be added through the diet, as the body is unable to produce it on its own.
- Cold-pressed without additives
- Vegetable-based
- Naturally rich in GLA and linolenic acid
- Organically certified
Use Healthwell GLA Giant Evening Primrose Oil ECO as a daily supplement of healthy fatty acids for normal health. As the oil is vegetable-based, it suits most people. With its abundance of omega-6, giant evening primrose oil can nourish problem skin, such as eczema or acne, through application directly on the problem area. A reduced intake of saturated fatty acids and a healthy intake or supplement of unsaturated fatty acids, such as omega-3 and -6, contribute to normal cardiovascular health, promoting normal cholesterol levels.
What is GLA?
GLA stands for Gamma Linolenic Acid and is an unsaturated fatty acid that belongs to the omega-6 family. The use of giant evening primrose oil has become increasingly popular with women in the transitional age and with people suffering from severe PMS. More research is needed still, but according to studies, the abundance of GLA is believed to contribute to reduced menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes. GLA also contributes to the formation of cells.
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