EPO Evening Primrose Oil 500
by LifeLink · Softgel Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of EPO Evening Primrose Oil 500 by LifeLink: Total Omega Fatty Acids 1,000 mg, Linoleic Acid 730 mg, Gamma-Linolenic Acid 90 mg, Vitamin E 26 IU.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Omega Fatty Acids | 1,000 mg | — | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 730 mg | — | — |
| Gamma-Linolenic Acid | 90 mg | — | — |
| Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate) | 26 IU | 43% | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Adult (18 - 50 Years)
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other
All Other Content: Evening Primrose Oil is a rich source of gamma-linoleic acid and linoleic acid - two omega-6 fatty acids from which the body makes prostaglandins, which regulate such processes as bronchial constriction, male sexual function, nerve and kidney function, blood pressure, immunity, blood sugar levels, stomach acid, mucus production in the stomach lining, and uterine stimulation. Epo is typically used
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Use: 2 to 5 softgels daily as a dietary supplement.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).