The Solgar Evening Primrose Oil 500mg is a dietary supplement in soft capsules, containing 500 mg of evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis) per capsule, providing 365 mg of linoleic acid and 45 mg of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). The pack of 30 soft capsules is the small size of the range.
It is aimed at adults who want to try evening primrose oil for the first time without committing to a large quantity, as well as those who take it periodically rather than all year round. It is also suitable for those who travel and want a pack that fits easily in a suitcase.
Evening primrose seeds are small and the oil is obtained by cold pressing, without heating, to preserve the fatty acid profile. The main component is linoleic acid, an essential omega-6 fatty acid, and a smaller but characteristic proportion is gamma-linolenic acid. It is this proportion that makes this particular oil stand out from common cooking oils, which contain linoleic acid but not ready-made GLA.
Because it is a polyunsaturated fatty acid, the oil is sensitive to oxygen, light, and heat. The soft capsule is not just a form of administration, it is also a packaging, since it isolates each dose from the air. For the same reason, a smaller pack makes practical sense for anyone who does not take the product daily for months, as it is quickly consumed after opening.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the evening primrose thrives in North America and opens its yellow flowers in the evening, hence its name. The company states that the product:
The above formulations are attributed to the producer. Gamma-linolenic acid does not have an approved health claim from EFSA and related references remain under research.
The formula is mono-constituent. There are no additional vitamins or minerals, so it is not accompanied by approved nutrient claims. The content of 500 mg per capsule allows one to start with one capsule and go up to three per day, within the limits given by the producer.
The product is declared to be free of sugar, salt, starch, yeast, soy, wheat, gluten, dairy products, sweeteners, preservatives, artificial fragrances or colors. The soft capsule shell contains bovine gelatin and vegetable glycerine, so it is not suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
It suits adults who are trying evening primrose oil for the first time and want to see how they tolerate it before moving to a larger pack. It is of interest to women who use it in specific periods of the month rather than continuously. It is an option for those who consume few seeds and vegetable oils, as well as for those who want a small, portable pack for travel.
The product is a dietary supplement. It does not replace a medical diagnosis, monitoring or treatment. For severe symptoms in the menstrual cycle or menopause, the correct course of action is to consult a gynecologist.
Main ingredients: per 1 soft capsule, evening primrose oil 500 mg, linoleic acid 365 mg, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) 45 mg.
Other ingredients: soft capsule shell, bovine gelatin, vegetable glycerine (from palm kernel oil and coconut oil).
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, soy, wheat, gluten, dairy products, sweeteners, preservatives, artificial fragrances or colors.
Form: soft capsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 3 soft capsules per day, preferably with meals.
Depending on the daily amount, the pack of 30 capsules is sufficient from 10 days, with three capsules a day, to 30 days, with one capsule a day. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have epilepsy, if you are taking anticoagulant or other medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
Only in size. The composition and dosage are the same, while the 30 capsules cover 10 to 30 days instead of months.
Each capsule provides 45 mg of gamma-linolenic acid and 365 mg of linoleic acid from 500 mg of oil.
Yes. With 30 capsules you can see how you tolerate it before choosing a larger pack.
Preferably yes, as is generally the case with oil capsules, to make it easier to tolerate in the stomach.
No. The shell contains bovine gelatin according to the ingredient list of the producer.
Consult your doctor before taking it.
No for gamma-linolenic acid. The claims of benefits are attributed to the producer and research is ongoing.
In a cool and dry place, away from light, to protect the polyunsaturated fatty acids from oxidation.
* Gamma-linolenic acid does not have an approved health claim from EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The claims of benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
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Tel: 800 116 80 68
Main ingredients: per 1 soft capsule, evening primrose oil 500 mg, linoleic acid 365 mg, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) 45 mg.
Other ingredients: soft capsule shell, bovine gelatin, vegetable glycerine (from palm kernel oil and coconut oil).
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, soy, wheat, gluten, dairy products, sweeteners, preservatives, artificial fragrances or colors.
Form: soft capsules
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 3 soft capsules daily, preferably with meals.
Depending on the daily amount, the pack of 30 capsules lasts from 10 days, with three capsules per day, up to 30 days, with one capsule per day. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have epilepsy, if you are taking anticoagulant or other medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
