Borage Oil 1050/240mg GLA 60sg is available by Protocol.
Borage oil is a rich source of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid). GLA is a fatty acid that supports a balanced inflammatory response. GLA has been shown to be important for lung, joint, and eye health. Although the body can manufacture GLA from dietary linoleic acid, it can be more efficiently utilized for body functions when supplied directly by dietary sources. Protocol For Life Balance? Borage/GLA is hexane free.
Borage Oil is produced from the seeds of the borage plant (Borago officinalis), a member of the Boraginaceae family. Borage Oil is a potent source of the long-chain polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA).
To ensure absolute purity, Protocol For Life Balance? Borage/GLA is made using a mechanical expeller press that does not utilize solvents.
GLA is recognized as one of the ?good? essential fatty acids used to enhance cell membrane fluidity and function. Although the body can manufacture GLA from dietary linoleic acid, it can be more efficiently utilized for body functions when supplied directly by dietary sources.
GLA supports a balanced inflammatory response. In the past, many consumers relied on Evening Primrose oil (EPO); however, Borage Oil has now been found to be an even richer source of GLA. Borage Oil has been used for hundreds of years, and has been shown to be important for lung, joint, and eye health.
This product is intended for the following protocols: Immunity Balance and Women?s Health.
Ingredients:
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Calories ...10
Calories from Fat ...10
Total Fat ...1g
Saturated Fat ...0g
Trans Fat ...0g
Polyunsaturated Fat ...1g
Monounsaturated Fat ...0g
Borage Oil ...1.05g (1,050 mg)
(Borago officinalis) (Seed)
Gamma Linolenic Acid ...240mg
(GLA)
Other Fatty Acids (Typical Values)
Linoleic Acid ...296mg
Oleic Acid ...120mg
Palmitic Acid ...85mg
Stearic Acid ...60mg
Contains - Gelatin, Glycerin, Water
Does Not Contain - Sugar, Salt, Starch, Yeast, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Soy, Milk, Egg, Shellfish, Preservatives
Dosage:
As a dietary supplement, take 1 softgel 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with meals. For intensive use, take 6 or more softgels daily under the supervision of a health care professional.
WARNINGS:
GLA supplements should not be used if you have a seizure disorder because there have been reports of these supplements inducing seizures. Individuals taking a class of medications called phenothiazines (such as chlorpromazine, fluphenazine, perphenazine, promazine, and thioridazine) to treat schizophrenia should not take EPO because it may interact with these medications and increase the risk of seizures. Borage seed oil, and possibly other sources of GLA, should not be used during pregnancy because they may induce early labor.
