Yango - Borage Oil (60 Caps)

Natural Source of Gamma-Linolenic Acid

Borage is an annual plant belonging to the Boraginaceae family. It is characterized by its blue flowers in the shape of a five-pointed star with an intense cucumber scent. The medicinal raw material is cold-pressed seeds from borage, from which oil is extracted. This oil is a rich source of polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acids. The most important of these is gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), with a content in the oil of 16-27%.

Benefits:

• 400 mg GLA per daily dose
• Source of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids
• Added vitamin E
• Supports skin health
• Promotes hormonal balance

400 mg GLA per daily dose

Each daily dose of borage oil contains 400 mg of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). GLA is an important polyunsaturated fatty acid that helps maintain skin elasticity and moisture. Research suggests that GLA can also help reduce inflammation and improve skin barrier function (1).

Source of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids

Gamma-linolenic acid is a source of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). These fatty acids must be supplied through the diet as they cannot be synthesized by the human body. PUFAs are also known as vitamin F, derived from the English term "Fatty Acids". Including these fatty acids in your diet can help support cardiovascular health and improve skin condition (2).

Added vitamin E

Borage oil is enriched with vitamin E, which helps protect DNA, proteins, and lipids from oxidative damage. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals and prevent cell damage. This can help delay the aging process and support skin health (3).

Supports skin health

GLA has been shown to have positive effects on skin health. When applied topically, GLA penetrates only the outermost layer of the skin, filling the intercellular space. When taken orally, it passes through several barriers and reaches the dermis, which can help improve skin elasticity and moisture (4).

Promotes hormonal balance

GLA can also help promote hormonal balance. Research has shown that GLA can help alleviate symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and menopause by regulating hormone production. This can help reduce mood swings, breast pain, and other hormone-related discomforts (5).

Research on borage oil

Several studies have investigated the potential health benefits of borage oil and its GLA content. A study published in the "Journal of Dermatological Treatment" found that GLA can improve skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in people with atopic dermatitis (6). Another study published in the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition" showed that GLA can help reduce symptoms of PMS and improve quality of life in women (7).

Ingredients and dosage

Each capsule contains 1000 mg of borage oil, of which 20% is GLA (200 mg). The product also contains 10 mg of vitamin E (83% of the recommended daily intake). The recommended dose is 1 capsule twice daily, to be swallowed with plenty of water after a meal.

Product information

Active ingredient: Borage oil (Borago officinalis) standardized to 20% GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), glycerin, D-alpha-tocopherol. Capsule contents: Gelatin. Responsible entity: YANGO Sp. z o.o. ul. Granitowa 3/14, 02-681 Warsaw. Produced in the EU.

Precautions

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store in a dry and dark place at room temperature, out of reach of small children. Individuals taking medication should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before use. Not suitable for children, pregnant, or breastfeeding women.

References

1. Horrobin, D. F. (2000). Essential fatty acids in the management of impaired skin barrier function. Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids, 63(1-2), 1-2.
2. Simopoulos, A. P. (1999). Essential fatty acids in health and chronic disease. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 70(3), 560S-569S.
3. Traber, M. G., & Atkinson, J. (2007). Vitamin E, antioxidant and nothing more. Free Radical Biology and Medicine, 43(1), 4-15.
4. Wright, S., & Burton, J. L. (1982). Oral evening-primrose-seed oil improves atopic eczema. The Lancet, 319(8275), 1120-1122.
5. Horrobin, D. F. (1990). Gamma linolenic acid: an intermediate in essential fatty acid metabolism with potential as an ethical pharmaceutical and as a food. Reviews in Contemporary Pharmacotherapy, 1(1), 1-45.
6. Wright, S., & Burton, J. L. (1982). Oral evening-primrose-seed oil improves atopic eczema. The Lancet, 319(8275), 1120-1122.
7. Horrobin, D. F. (1990). Gamma linolenic acid: an intermediate in essential fatty acid metabolism with potential as an ethical pharmaceutical and as a food. Reviews in Contemporary Pharmacotherapy, 1(1), 1-45.