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0:01 WHAT IS EVENING PRIMROSE OIL?
Evening Primrose Oil or EPO is made from the seeds of the flowers of a plant native to North America.
Evening primrose has traditionally been used to treat premenstrual syndrome (PMS), symptoms of menopause, acne, arthritis, swelling, and other conditions
Primrose oil contains high levels of gamma-linolenic acid or GLA, an omega 6 fatty acid that is found in vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds and taken in moderation it is great for your heart!
0:32 WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
0:34 1. Clearing up Acne
The GLA in EPO is thought to help acne by reducing skin inflammation and the number of skin cells that cause lesions. It may also help the skin retain moisture.
A study done in 2014 found that taking 450-milligram (mg) capsules of EPO three times daily for a total of eight weeks, help relieve cheilitis. This condition causes inflammation and pain in the lips caused by the acne drug isotretinoin
How to use: Six 450mg capsules of EPO three times daily for a total of eight weeks
1:02 2. May help ease eczema
Some countries other than the United States have approved EPO to treat eczema, an inflammatory skin condition. However, the science on this isn’t that clear in this area.
For example, the United Kingdom once approved evening primrose oil for eczema and breast pain treatment, but they revoked the license in 2002
How to use: In studies, one to four EPO capsules were taken twice daily for 12 weeks. To use topically, you can apply 1 millilitre (ml) of 20 percent EPO to the skin twice daily for up to four months.
1:30 3. Improve overall skin health
According to a 2005 study, Evening Primrose oil is not only great for dry skin but also assists in restoring its firmness, fatigue resistance and elasticity.
How to use: Take 500-mg EPO capsules three times daily for up to 12 weeks.
1:56 4. May Help Relieve PMS symptoms
According to a 2010 study, a supplement containing vitamin B-6, vitamin E, and EPO was effective in relieving PMS. Even so, it’s unclear how much EPO played a role.
How to use: For PMS, take 6 to 12 capsules (500 mg to 6,000 mg) one to four times daily for up to 10 months. Start with the smallest dose possible, and increase as needed to relieve symptoms.
2:30 5. May help reduce Breast Pains
Taking Evening Primrose oil can also alleviate cyclical breast pain. According to a study done in 2010, taking EPO can help reduce inflammation because of the gamma-linoleic acid found in it.
The study found that taking daily doses of EPO or EPO and vitamin E for six months decreased the severity of cyclical breast pain.
How to use: Take 1 to 3 grams (g) or 2.4 mL of EPO daily for six months. You can also take 1,200 mg of vitamin E for 6 months
2:58 6. May help reduce hot flashes
Another benefit of taking Evening Primrose oil is that it helps ease hot flushes, a common side effect of menopause. A study published in 2013 found that women who took 500mg of Evening Primrose oil for six weeks experienced less frequent, less severe, and shorter hot flashes.
How to use: Take 500 mg of EPO twice daily for six weeks.
3:30 7. May help reduce high blood pressure
There’s conflicting evidence about whether EPO lowers blood pressure. More research is needed.
How to use : Take a standard dose of 500 mg of EPO twice daily under your doctor’s supervision. Don’t take with other supplements or medications that may lower your blood pressure.
3:50 8. May help improve heart health
According to a 2014 study on rats, EPO is anti-inflammatory and helps reduce blood cholesterol.
How to use: Under a doctor’s supervision, take 10 to 30 mL of EPO for four months for overall heart health. Use caution if you take other medications that affect the heart.
4:!2 9. Can help reduce nerve pain
Another great benefit to EPO is it helps to ease Peripheral neuropathy, a common side effect of diabetes.
How to use: Take EPO capsules containing 360 to 480 mg GLA daily for up to one year.
4:36 10. May help ease bone pain
Bone pain is often caused by rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic inflammatory disorder.
According to a 2011 systematic review, the GLA in EPO has the potential to reduce rheumatoid arthritis pain without causing unwanted side effects.
How to use: Take 560 to 6,000 mg of EPO daily for 3 to 12 months.
4:55 SIDE EFFECTS
EPO is generally considered safe for most people to use short term.
Side effects of EPO are usually mild and may include:
• upset stomach
• stomach pain
• headache
• soft stools
If you take blood thinners, EPO may increase bleeding. EPO may lower blood pressure, so don’t take it if you take medications that lower blood pressure or blood thinners.
There’s not enough research on EPO to determine its safety for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding and can’t be recommended.
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