Evening Primrose Oil

As its name suggests, evening primrose oil is derived from the seeds of the evening primrose plant. It is considered to be a rich source of omega-6 essential fatty acids, including GLA (gamma linolenic acid), which are vital for overall health. Unfortunately, humans are not able to produce these essential fats, so we can only get them through the foods and supplements we consume.

How it Works

The greatest benefits of evening primrose oil derive from the above mentioned GLA, which is a component of myelin - a coating that protects nerve fibers and cell membranes. Additionally, this also helps reduce inflammation in those who have eczema and arthritis.

Research and medical uses

Interestingly, most of the benefits of primrose oil have been scientifically proven, and there have been several studies done on this oil. For instance, one study showed that those with eczema had an improvement of essential fatty acid abnormalities when using this oil. Another study proved that those suffering from diabetes have seen a reduction in nerve damage when taking evening primrose oil for a long period of time. Furthermore, other studies have shown that when evening primrose oil was stacked with fish oil and calcium, seniors had an increase in bone density.

Other health benefits include improved hormone health, skin, hair, and bones too. All of this is possible due to the healthy balance of essential fatty acids that primrose oil helps achieve. These fats also help carry fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K, all of which are important for mineral absorption. What's more, for a long time females have utilized evening primrose oil to lessen PMS pain.

Use for Bodybuilders

It is well known that consuming essential fats slows down absorption, which can make you go longer without feeling hungry. Consequently, primrose oil can help during both cycle and PCT, as it will prevent the body from gaining unwanted fat, and make it easier for you to limit your food intake.

Furthermore, when an athlete pounds away (whether they do weight training, endurance type activities, or any other sport) it is important to take fatty acids to help support soft tissues and prevent excessive inflammation. Without this, nagging small injuries will become chronic over time, and they might even turn into major injuries. This is the reason why many weight lifters will notice a huge difference in their joints with the addition of Omega's into their diets.

Side effects

It is not recommended to use evening primrose oil if you are using blood thinners, or if you are preparing to experience anesthesia. Other than that, it has been shown to be safe to use for up to a year straight.

Dosage

Evening primrose oil can be dosed as part of a stack at 60 milligrams (mg) per day, and if used solo, you can double that dosage. However, it is far more effective as part of a complete supplemental stack and a diet rich in Omega 3's (fatty fish, avocado, and flax oil).

Where to find

N2Guard contains 60mgs of evening primrose oil per serving, plus dozens of additional ingredients that make it the most potent support supplement on the market. You can find it at n2bm.com.

References

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• Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) Oil in Management of Female Ailments
• Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) Biological Activity Dependent on Chemical Composition
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• Systemic evening primrose oil improves the biophysical skin parameters of healthy adults
• A long-term study on the use of evening primrose oil (Efamol) in atopic children