Natures Aid Starflower Oil 500Mg 90

Starflower Oil (Borage Oil) is extracted from the annual herb Borage (Borago officinalis). The cultivation of this plant was introduced by the Arabs in southern Spain in the early Middle Ages. It is now grown in many parts of Europe, Asia and North America. The plant can often be seen growing in such places as river banks, compost heaps, barren areas and even the Alps.

BENEFITS

This plant contains Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) at approximately twice the level of Evening Primrose Oil (EPO). Starflower Oil has been shown to be beneficial for a wide range of conditions.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Starflower Oil has been shown to eradicate swollen abdomen and breast discomfort as well as reducing irritability and depression.

Eczema and other skin disorders

Available on prescription for eczema. Psoriasis may be helped by Starflower Oil.

Cholesterol and blood pressure

Starflower Oil has been shown to reduce high serum cholesterol and blood pressure, but may take several weeks to achieve.

Rheumatoid arthritis

Sufferers have discontinued use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs after supplementation, but is more effective when taken with fish oils.

Alcoholism

Starflower Oil may make withdrawal easier and reduce post drinking depression.

Immune system

Low levels of essential fatty acids may stop the action of interferon, the body’s natural virus killer.

Other conditions

Obesity, benign breast disease, childhood hyperactivity and schizophrenia have all been shown to be helped by Starflower supplementation.  

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NRV = Nutrient Reference Values