- UPC: 021078000839
- # SN0083
GLA and PMS Symptoms
GLA (gamma linolenic acid, or Omega-6 oil) is a major component of evening primrose oil that many women take to reduce the effects of PMS and the menopause. Studies have shown women with PMS to be less able to convert linoleic acid to gamma linolenic acid, and that they would require a supplement of GLA apart from any other consideration. When they take a GLA supplement, many find their PMS symptoms to be eased, such as relief from depression, fluid retention, irritability and painful breasts. Many men will gladly walk miles to find their wives and partners a GLA supplement!
The reason for this appears to be that GLA may help to increase the production of the prostaglandin E1, a deficiency of which is believed to cause the symptoms of PMS. Evening primrose oil has been found to be a particularly appropriate source of GLA for women at this time of the month, reducing most of the above symptoms, particularly breast pain and irritability. A GLA or EPO supplement is certainly worth considering for women who tend to suffer more with the symptoms of PMS.
Mega-GLA 240™ and Mega-GLA
300™
Borage Seed Oil * Hexane
Free
GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) is
an essential polyunsaturated fatty acid. It is used to
produce the soothing intracellular hormonelike
messengers known as series 1 prostaglandins (PGE1),
which help maintain the balance of many functions in the
body. GLA supports the immune system and helps maintain
healthy skin and circulation. This essential nutrient is
incorporated into our cell membranes, where it helps to
maintain fluidity and permeability. Borage seed oil is
one of the richest sources of GLA. |
Supplement Facts for 240
mg Serving Size: 1 softgel |
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Pure Borage Seed Oil |
1 g |
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Yielding: |
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Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) |
240 mg |
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Linoleic Acid (LA) |
367 mg |
† |
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Oleic Acid |
149 mg |
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Palmitic Acid |
86 mg |
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Other Ingredients:
Warning: NOTE: If you are pregnant or
nursing, consult your health care professional
before using this product.
Suggested Use: 1 or 2 softgels daily
with meals.
Gelatin capsule contents are suitable for
vegetarians: contains no yeast, dairy, egg,
gluten, corn or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch,
salt, preservatives or artificial color, flavor,
or fragrance. |
Supplement Facts for 300
mg Serving Size: 1 softgel |
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Pure Borage Seed Oil |
1.3 g |
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Yielding: |
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Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) |
300 mg |
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Linoleic Acid (LA) |
477 mg |
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Oleic Acid |
194 mg |
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Palmitic Acid |
112 mg |
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Other Ingredients:
Warning: If you are pregnant or nursing,
consult your health care professional before using
this product.
Suggested Use: 1 or 2 softgels daily
with meals.
Gelatin capsule contents are suitable for
vegetarians and HYPOALLERGENIC: contains no yeast,
dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy or wheat; no sugar,
starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color,
flavor or fragrance. |
240 mg
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SN0890
30 sg • SN0891 60 sg • SN0892 120 sg
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300 mg
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SN0909
30 sg • SN0910 60 sg • SN0083 120 sg
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