There are about 50 essential elements our bodies require for everyday health and longevity. They are considered “essential” because our bodies cannot manufacture them; we must acquire them from our diet. Most of these essential elements are vitamins, minerals and amino acids, but two are the essential fatty acids known as omega-3 and omega-6. Borage Oil contains about 40% omega-6, and is an excellent source of this vital nutrient.

Borage oil contains additional nutritional lipids such as phospholipids, sterols and other active phyto-compounds. Independent medical research indicates these compounds are significant immune system and cell builders. Borage oil is a source of gamma linolenic acid (GLA). GLA plays an important role in the body’s first step in converting omega-6 into series one prostaglandin (PG1). PG1’s job is to keep blood moving smoothly. When healthy blood flows through the body, inflammation, high blood pressure, and some PMS symptoms are reduced.
In most healthy individuals, this conversion process (omega-6 to GLA to PG1) happens automatically. However, about 20% of the population cannot convert omega-6 into GLA effectively, and therefore must supplement through diet. This makes GLA-rich Borage Oil a prized therapeutic lipid.

It may come as a surprise to you that Borage Oil is a more economical source of GLA than Evening Primrose Oil. This is because EPO contains about 10% GLA whereas Borage Oil contains up to 24% GLA. This is important for anyone needing GLA for therapeutic reasons.