Discover the benefits of evening primrose oil and its many uses.

Evening primrose oil is extracted from the seeds of this plant.

It is a member of the Oenothera genus. It is mainly grown in North America, although it was brought to Europe in the early seventeenth century.

The evening primrose contains large amounts of essential fatty acids, such as Omega 6. Its many components include:

• Acids such as oleic, alpha, beta and gamma-linoleic, stearic, aspartic and palmitic acids.
• Aminoacids such as arginine, cystine, phenylalanine, lysine etc …, which are plant proteins.
• Vitamins such as ascorbic acid or vitamin C.
• Minerals like potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, zinc or calcium and fibre both in the plant and in its seeds.

Evening primrose oil has been used to treat wounds and skin problems and to improve conditions such as asthma for centuries. Nowadays, it is used more for its oil than for its fruits, and is available take in capsules or as oil for topical use.

Would you like to learn about the benefits of Evening Primrose Oil? There are so many!

1. It helps with pre-menstrual syndrome. The gamma-linoleic acid it contains encourages prostaglandin production and reduces anflammation.
2. It has anti-inflammatory effects on other tissues, making it useful in gynaecological problems, such as ovarian cysts.
3. It improves blood flow and is therefore helpful in cases of erectile dysfunction.
4. The Omega 6 that it contains makes it helpful in cases of multiple sclerosis and as a pharmaceutical supplement for rheumatoid arthritis.
5. It stabilises blood glucose levels, which is why it is used to support treatments for diabetes.
6. It helps to improve digestion by protecting the mucous membranes, and is therefore suitable for treating ulcers and colitis.
7. It relieves the symptoms of eczema.
8. It removes grease from the pores in cases of acne.
9. It improves the symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes and fluid retention.
10. It prevents skin ageing, moisturises and improves flexibility.
11. It is good for dandruff, brittle nails and hair
12. It has a vasodilatory effect that can control high blood pressure.

Ask your doctor if you have any questions.