EPO Evening Primrose Oil

Description

Allergy Research Group EPO Evening Primrose Oil

Evening Primrose Oil 

Oil from the seeds of the Evening Primrose plant was the material studied in the original research on GLA. GLA is an essential omega-6 fatty acid. The oil is cold-pressed and hexane-free. Standardized to 9% GLA.

EPO – Evening Primrose Oil delivers 45 mg of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) per softgel to support hormonal balance, skin integrity, and tear production. GLA helps maintain healthy prostaglandin activity and cytokine responses, which play essential roles in menstrual comfort, menopausal symptom relief, and epithelial tissue hydration.

Ingredients

Other Ingredients: Gelatin, glycerin, purified water.

Suggested Use

As a dietary supplement, take 1 softgel daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before use.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, tightly capped, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children. Use only if safety seal is intact. Variations in product color may occur.

More Info

• Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA): A key fatty acid in evening primrose oil that supports cell membrane structure and is a precursor to prostaglandin E1 (PGE1), which helps balance cytokines and hormonal signaling.
  
• Hormonal Health: Clinical studies show that daily supplementation with 1,000 mg EPO twice daily (delivering ~180 mg GLA) for 4–8 weeks supports mood, energy, and vasomotor symptoms in menopausal women.
  
• PMS and Breast Discomfort: EPO in doses of 1.5–3 grams daily has been studied for its ability to support common premenstrual symptoms, potentially through its modulation of prolactin activity and prostaglandin signaling.
  
• Skin Barrier Function: GLA supports skin hydration and barrier integrity by influencing lipid composition and prostaglandin production, with measurable improvements seen in moisture retention and skin smoothness.
  
• Eye Comfort: In contact lens wearers, 300 mg of GLA from EPO over six months supported tear production and comfort compared to placebo, likely through effects on ocular surface cytokine balance and barrier function.

EPO is ideal for women seeking support for menstrual or menopausal symptoms, and for individuals interested in promoting healthy skin and eye hydration.

Each softgel provides a standardized dose of 45 mg GLA from 500 mg evening primrose oil, offering flexibility for personalized dosing from foundational to clinically studied ranges. Cold-pressed and non-GMO.