What is the real function of primrose oil?

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What is the real function of primrose oil?
Scientists have studied evening primrose oil for the following health problems:





Skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis)


There are several studies of evening primrose oil taken by mouth for eczema, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. It is popular for these conditions in Europe. Research suggests that six to eight grams of evening primrose oil a day by mouth in divided doses may help eczema. However, most studies are small, low quality and not fully convincing. Better studies are needed before a strong recommendation can be made.


Rheumatoid arthritis


Scientific research does not show a clear benefit in people taking evening primrose oil for rheumatoid arthritis.


Breast pain (mastalgia), breast cysts


Evening primrose oil is a popular treatment for breast pain in Europe. However, there are no high-quality scientific studies showing that it works. Studies of evening primrose oil for breast pain have yielded unclear results. Therefore, it cannot be recommended for either of these conditions.


Diabetes, nerve damage from diabetes (diabetic neuropathy)


Evening primrose oil improves the results of some diabetes blood tests in animals and humans. However, this research is early, and it is not clear that evening primrose oil has any long-term benefits in people with diabetes. Several studies show that one of the chemicals in evening primrose oil, gamma-linolenic acid, may help nerve pain caused by long-term diabetes. More research is necessary before this treatment can be recommended.


Premenstrual syndrome, symptoms of menopause


Evening primrose oil is popular in Europe and Australia for premenstrual syndrome and symptoms of menopause (including breast tenderness, fluid retention, mood changes and hot flashes). Despite widespread use, current scientific evidence suggests that evening primrose oil does not work for these conditions.


Cardiovascular health


Early study of evening primrose oil shows a lack of significant beneficial effects on cardiovascular function and health.......more @ http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSI...
Reply:It contains phyto(plant)Estrogens.


It helps with PMS symptoms, vaginal dryness, menopausal symptoms and it can dialate the cervix during childbirth.


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Reply:Evening Primrose








Evening primrose is an attractive herb that grows in mild climate of North American and Europe as well as many other areas of the world with similar climates. However, evening primrose is cultivated and processed primarily in Canada and the United States. Evening primrose plants may grow anywhere from 3 to 7 feet in height. A unique characteristic of the evening primrose plant is that it will bloom throughout the summer, but its flowers each last only one day, opening as the sun goes down and then dying away in sunlight (hence its name "Evening Primrose"). About 2 inches in length, the seeds of the evening primrose are used to produce the volatile oil that is used in medicines and cosmetics.





Evening primrose oil contains substantial amounts of polysaturated omega-6 fatty acids, essential fatty acids (EFAs) which are needed by the body to regulate a number of activities including insulin utilization, heart function, and mood. Since the body does not produce EFAs, they must be ingested through proper diet or supplementation. In addition to omega-6 fatty acids, evening primrose oil contains linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). Both linoleic acid and GLA are believed to have very positive health and medicinal indications. Linoleic acid may affect how the body utilizes insulin, maintains weight, and fights cancer and heart disease. GLA may help to inhibit the body's production of chemicals that cause inflammation. Consequently, evening primrose oil has been used in connection with inflammatory conditions including both rheumatoid arthritis and asthma. Some studies have also suggested that evening primrose oil may be useful in treating chronic fatigue syndrome, but more research is needed before evening primrose oil can be recommended for that condition.





Evening primrose oil may help to relieve pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), symptoms of menopause, and breast pain due to hormonal changes during menstruation. Supplementary GLA, such as is supplied by evening primrose oil, appears to relieve some PMS symptoms. However, many of the suggested uses of evening primrose seed oil have not been substantiated by sound clinic studies and research.





Both oral and topical forms of evening primrose oil have also been studied for treating acne, eczema, psoriasis, and other skin conditions. When used as a topical application on the skin, evening primrose oil has moisturizing and softening effects.





Additional research indicates that individuals suffering from diabetes, scleroderma, Sjorgen's syndrome, and tardive dyskinesia may be deficient in GLA. In preliminary studies, supplementation with Evening Primrose Oil aided individuals with these conditions.





Dosage





Most experts have recommended 3000 to 6000 mg of Evening Primrose Oil per day, which, when standardized, provides approximately 270-540 mg of GLA.





EPO is usually standardized to contain 8% gamma-linolenic acid.
Reply:This is a great question and I hope this help you understand a little more about Primrose Oil.


Uses based on tradition or theory





The below uses are based on tradition or scientific theories. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider.





Alcoholism, antioxidant, atherosclerosis, bruises (primrose oil applied to the skin), chemotherapy-induced neuropathy (nerve damage), Crohn's disease, cystic fibrosis, diabetes, disorders of the stomach and intestines, fibroadenomas, hangover remedy, heart disease, hepatitis B, high cholesterol, hot flashes, inflammation, irritable bowel syndrome, kidney stones, melanoma, multiple sclerosis, pain, post-menopausal symptoms, post- natal depression, preventing preterm delivery, promoting easier birth, Sj;ouml;gren's syndrome, skin conditions due to kidney failure in dialysis patients, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), ulcerative colitis, weight loss, whooping cough, wound healing (primrose oil poultice applied to the skin).


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