1300 mg · gluten-free · 120 caps
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Evening Primrose Oil is a supplement derived from the seeds of the Oenothera biennis plant, rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). It is used to address hormonal imbalances, particularly those contributing to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, breast tenderness, and skin conditions.
GLA is converted in the body to prostaglandins, which are hormone-like substances that play a role in regulating inflammation and hormonal responses. By providing GLA, evening primrose oil can help modulate the body's inflammatory pathways and influence hormone balance, particularly impacting the endocrine and reproductive systems.
Adults looking to address hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
B · B · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for hormonal balance
SacredBod's longer take on Evening Primrose Oil (GLA) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
Evening Primrose Oil (GLA) is a women’s hormonal health supplement used to support hormonal balance. GLA-rich oil for PMS, breast tenderness and skin. It is available in softgel form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a western-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol.
Evening Primrose Oil (GLA) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the endocrine system, thyroid, reproductive system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Adults looking to address hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Evening Primrose Oil (GLA) carries an evidence grade of B in the SacredBod catalog. GLA-rich oil for PMS, breast tenderness and skin. See the Research panel above for the underlying studies, participant counts and typical effect sizes.
Typical label dose is 1300 mg in softgel form. Most adults can expect noticeable effects within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts. Consistency matters more than a single large dose — take it daily and re-evaluate against your blood markers at 8–12 weeks.
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
As part of the Women’s Hormonal Health category, Evening Primrose Oil (GLA) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for synergistic pairings.
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