Evening Primrose Oil 500 mg
by NOW · Softgel Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of Evening Primrose Oil 500 mg by NOW: Calories 15 Calorie(s), Total Fat 1.5 Gram(s), Evening Primrose Oil 1.5 Gram(s)….
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 Calorie(s) | — | — |
| Total Fat | 1.5 Gram(s) | 2% | — |
| └ Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 Gram(s) | — | — |
| └ Monounsaturated Fat | 0.50 Gram(s) | — | — |
| Evening Primrose Oil | 1.5 Gram(s) | — | — |
| └ Gamma-Linolenic Acid | 135 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: Kosher · Adult Female (18 - 50 Years) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 3 softgels daily with food.
Formula re: Contains: NOW Evening Primrose Oil has naturally occurring gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an Omega-6 fatty acid also found in borage and black currant seed oils. Although the body can synthesize GLA from other dietary fats, it can be more efficiently utilized for bodily functions when consumed in its preformed state. By supporting the body’s healthy immune system responses, GLA may help to maintain normal skin
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions re: All Other: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Consult physician if pregnant/ nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Precautions re: Children: Keep out of reach of children.
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).