VITATEKA Evening Primrose Oil (Oenothera biennis) is a food supplement in capsule form. Evening primrose oil is one of the few plant sources of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and a well-known source of linoleic acid (LA); both belong to the omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Evening primrose oil has long been popular and is often chosen by women.

In this article we look at the composition, what omega-6 fatty acids are, how to take the supplement, and what to keep in mind.

Composition: a cold-pressed oil

The formula is concise. The base is cold-pressed evening primrose oil, and the antioxidant is a tocopherol extract (which helps protect the oil from oxidation). The capsule shell is bovine gelatin, and the humectant is glycerol and water. One capsule contains 500 mg of oil; a serving of three capsules provides about 1000 mg of omega-6 (linoleic and gamma-linolenic acids).

What omega-6, LA and GLA are

Linoleic acid (LA) is an essential fatty acid: the body does not synthesise it on its own and obtains it from food. Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is rare in plant oils, and evening primrose oil is one of those few oils where its share is notable. Together, LA and GLA make up the omega-6 group. Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are a natural part of a balanced diet.

Why people choose evening primrose oil

Evening primrose oil is a traditionally popular product that women often add to their supplement line-up. It is also well known from skincare and cosmetics. In capsule form the oil is convenient to take: there is no liquid to measure and no characteristic vegetable-oil taste to put up with. If the topic of skin, hair and nails interests you, take a look at the relevant catalogue section.

Format: 500 mg capsules

The 500 mg capsules are designed to be taken 3 capsules once a day. A 90-capsule pack is exactly a one-month course at that rate. The capsule protects the oil from light and air, and the tocopherol antioxidant helps preserve its properties.

How to take

The recommended daily amount for adults and children over 14 is 3 capsules once a day, ideally with a meal. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

Precautions

  • do not use in case of individual intolerance to the ingredients;
  • do not exceed the recommended daily dose;
  • during pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult a doctor;
  • it is not a medicine and does not replace a complete and balanced diet;
  • store in a dry place, protected from light, at a temperature up to +25 °C and out of the reach of children.

Who it suits

  • Those who want to add a source of omega-6 to their diet — linoleic and gamma-linolenic acids;
  • Those interested in the topic of GLA — evening primrose oil is one of its few plant sources;
  • Those who value convenience — capsules with no oil taste, and a 90-capsule pack lasts a month.

Related products

To support a balance of fatty acids, it makes sense to pair omega-6 with omega-3 — for example, omega-3 capsules. The VITATEKA range also includes other vegetable oils in capsules: black cumin oil, sea buckthorn oil Forte and cedar nut oil. Useful catalogue sections:

More to read on the blog

Take a look at other materials about vegetable oils in capsules and supplements: about sea buckthorn oil, about pumpkin seed oil, about milk thistle oil, and about why it is important to take vitamins and supplements.

Where to buy

You can order the product on its page: VITATEKA Evening Primrose Oil 500 mg, 90 capsules.

A food supplement. It is not a medicine. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Before use, especially during pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult a specialist. Keep out of the reach of children.