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Evening Primrose Oil

Evening primrose oil from Natures Aid, Quest, Biocare and Efamol – 500mg and 1000mg capsules in counts up to 180.

Efamol are the long-standing name in this category. There is no permitted health claim for evening primrose oil, so we will describe it rather than credit it with anything.

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Biocare Evening Primrose Oil 30 Capsules
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BiocareEvening Primrose Oil 30 Capsules

£9.19 - £9.19
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£9.49
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£9.49

BioCare Evening Primrose Oil provides gamma linolenic acid (GLA) an Omega 6 fatty acid GLA is involved in the formation of healthy cell membranes ...

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Quest Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg 180 Capsules
Women's Health

QuestEvening Primrose Oil 1000mg 180 Capsules

£21.39 - £21.39
£21.39
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£21.39

QUEST EVENING PRIMROSE OIL 1000mg CAPSULES providing 10% GLA with natural source vitamin E Rich source of essential Omega 6 fatty acids, which are...

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Efamol Evening Primrose Oil 500mg 90 Capsules
Women's Health

EfamolEvening Primrose Oil 500mg 90 Capsules

£13.99 - £13.99
£13.99
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£13.99

Efamol Pure Evening Primrose Oil provides up to 33% more Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) than other oils GLA is essential in maintaining hormonal balan...

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Natures Aid Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg 180 Softgels
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Natures AidEvening Primrose Oil 1000mg 180 Softgels

£16.99 - £16.99
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£19.99
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NATURES AID EVENING PRIMROSE OIL CAPSULES Evening Primrose Oil is a direct source of Gamma Linolenic Acid and Natures Aid capsules contain 1000mg o...

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Natures Aid Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg 90 Capsules
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Natures AidEvening Primrose Oil 1000mg 90 Capsules

£9.99 - £9.99
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£9.99

NATURES AID EVENING PRIMROSE OIL CAPSULES Evening Primrose Oil is a direct source of Gamma Linolenic Acid and Natures Aid capsules contain 1000mg o...

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Natures Aid Vegan Evening Primrose Oil 500mg 90 Capsules
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Natures AidVegan Evening Primrose Oil 500mg 90 Capsules

£17.99 - £17.99
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Each Natures Aid Evening Primrose Oil capsule provides 500mg of pure, cold-pressed Evening Primrose Oil. Cold pressing ensures that none of the val...

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Quest Evening Primrose Oil 1000mg 90 Capsules
Women's Health

QuestEvening Primrose Oil 1000mg 90 Capsules

£18.79 - £18.79
£18.79
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£18.79

QUEST EVENING PRIMROSE OIL 1000mg CAPSULES providing 10% GLA with natural source vitamin E Rich source of essential Omega 6 fatty acids, which are...

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Natures Aid Evening Primrose Oil 500mg 120 Softgels
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Natures AidEvening Primrose Oil 500mg 120 Softgels

£10.99 - £10.99
£10.99
£10.99 - £10.99
£10.99

Each Natures Aid Evening Primrose Oil capsule provides 500mg of pure, cold-pressed Evening Primrose Oil. Cold pressing ensures that none of the val...

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Evening primrose oil is pressed from the seeds of the plant and is notable for containing gamma-linolenic acid, usually shortened to GLA. That is the component the products are standardised on and the number worth comparing.

A 1000mg capsule contains 1000mg of oil, not 1000mg of GLA – the GLA content is a percentage of that. Brands vary, so check the GLA figure rather than the headline milligrams.

500mg and 1000mg are the two strengths here. The 180 capsule packs are much better value per capsule and, since this is generally taken over months, the larger pack is usually the sensible buy.

Efamol have been making theirs for decades and have their own following. Natures Aid and Quest cover the range at a lower price point.

It is an oil, and oils go rancid. Keep the pack closed and cool, and if a capsule smells sharp or fishy when you open the pot, that is the oil turning rather than normal.

It is not recommended for anyone with epilepsy, and should be checked with a GP if you take anticoagulants or are due surgery. Not one to take in pregnancy without advice from your midwife.

FAQ

What is GLA?

Gamma-linolenic acid, the fatty acid evening primrose oil is bought for. Compare the GLA content rather than the total milligrams of oil.

Does a 1000mg capsule contain 1000mg of GLA?

No – that is 1000mg of oil. The GLA is a percentage of it and varies by brand.

Who should avoid evening primrose oil?

It is not recommended for anyone with epilepsy, and should be checked with your GP if you take anticoagulants or are due surgery.

How should I store it?

Closed and cool. If capsules smell sharp when you open the pot, the oil has turned.