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only and does not constitute personal advice. Gamalan GLA (starflower) oil 500mg Starflower Oil (Borage Oil) is extracted from the annual herb Borage. The cultivation of the plant was introduced by the Arabs in southern Spain in the early Middle Ages. It is now grown in many parts of Europe, Asia and North America Starflower oil is nature's richest known source of natural Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) and is taken for similar reasons as Evening Primrose oil. Starflower oil contains approximately twice the level of GLA as Evening Primrose Oil (EPO). Starflower Oil has been shown to be beneficial for a wide range of conditions:- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) - has been shown to eradicate swollen abdomen and breast discomfort as well as reducing irritability and depression. Eczema and other skin disorders - available on prescription for eczema. Starflower Oil may help psoriasis. Cholesterol and Blood Pressure - has been shown to reduce high serum cholesterol and blood pressure, but may take several weeks to achieve. Rheumatoid Arthritis - sufferers have discontinued use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs after supplementation, it is more effective when taken with fish oils. Alcoholism - may make withdrawal easier and reduce post-drinking depression. Immune System - low levels of essential fatty acids may stop the action of interferon, the body's natural virus killer. Other conditions - Obesity, Benign Breast Disease, Childhood Hyperactivity and Schizophrenia have all been shown to be helped by Starflower supplementation. Properties Starflower Oil is rich in the fatty acid Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), which is an important intermediary in the metabolic conversion of Linolenic Acid into Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1). PGE1 is one of many prostaglandins which are interconvertible, and which modulate the action of many hormones. Contra-indications/Precautions Should be avoided by persons taking blood-thinning products such as aspirin and warfarin. Not recommended for people with temporal lobe epilepsy. Probably best avoided during pregnancy due to effects on hormones. Our Gamalan GLA one-a-day capsules are equivalent to five 250mg Evening Primrose capsules Please click on the any of the below links to be taken to that section. Once on the product description you will be given the opportunely to purchase the relevant product
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