20% confidence · 3 studiesOmega-6 (GLA)
Gamma-linolenic acid, an anti-inflammatory omega-6 (unlike other omega-6s). Found in borage oil, evening primrose oil, and black currant oil.
Morning
With fatty foods
+16 yearsWhat is it for?
Absorption: Borage oil has a higher GLA concentration (20-24%) than evening primrose oil (8-10%). Take with fat.
Absorption:Caution: Contraindicated in epilepsy (borage oil contains PA). May increase bleeding with anticoagulants.
Caution:Recommended doses
Range: 500 – 2000 mg aceite onagra
Equivalent to 40-200mg GLA. Effects in 2-3 cycles
Scientific references (3)▼
Scientific references (3)GLA from evening primrose oil improves skin barrier function in eczema patients.
GLA (2.8g/d) significantly reduces joint pain and swelling in RA.
GLA improves nerve function scores in diabetic neuropathy over 1 year.
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