Evening Primrose Oil 500 mg
by Source Naturals · Softgel Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of Evening Primrose Oil 500 mg by Source Naturals: Calories 15 Calorie(s), Total Fat 1.5 Gram(s), Oil of Evening Primrose 1.5 Gram(s)….
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 Calorie(s) | — | — |
| └ Calories from Fat | 15 Calorie(s) | — | — |
| Total Fat | 1.5 Gram(s) | 2% | — |
| Oil of Evening Primrose | 1.5 Gram(s) | — | — |
| └ Linoleic Acid | 1.1 Gram(s) | — | — |
| └ Gamma-Linolenic Acid | 150 mg | — | — |
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) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free · Sugar Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Formulation re: Other: Cold pressed
Formulation re: Does NOT Contain: Hexane-Free
Formula re: Contains: (GLA Yield: 50 mg)
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Use: 3 softgels 1 to 2 times daily.
Formula re: Contains: Gamma-linolenic acid, or GLA, and linoleic acid are essential, polyunsaturated fatty acids. They are used by most cells in the body to produce soothing prostaglandins (intracellular hormone-like messengers), which help maintain the balance of many functions in the body.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Note: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.
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).