Nature's Herbs Borage-Power 30 caps
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Manufacturer's Description: Certified Potency Borage-Power is the highest quality, most potent and most effective form of standardized Borage Oil available. Borage Oil is Extracted from the seeds of the Borage plant and is the most potent natural source of GLA curently known. Borage-Power offers the highest GLA content per capsule, 300mg, naturally extracted without solvents. In addition to the GLA, Borage Oil conains Linolenic Acid (LA) and other fatty acids.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size:1  sgel Servings per Container: 30
Ingredient	Amount	% Daily Value**
Total Calories	10
Calories From Fat	10
Total Fat	1.0g	1
Saturated Fat	<0.5g	0
Borage Seed Oil Extract	1300mg	†
** Percent Daily Value is based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. † Daily Value not established.   Ingredients: Other Ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water.

What are Essential Fatty Acids?

Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are fatty acids (from polyunsaturated fats) necessary for body functions and processes but not made in sufficient quantities by the body to meet those needs. Therefore, EFAs must be consumed in food or supplement form.

Two important EFAs are linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid) and linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid). EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexanoic acid) are omega-3 fatty acids found in the tissues of coldwater fish.

The body needs EFAs to help synthesize certain hormones and hormone-like substances, provide structure for cell membranes, keep the brain and nerves healthy, and support natural growth.

Health Benefits

A lack of EFAs in the diet can lead to deficiency side effects such as reproductive shut-down, poor skin health, and liver or kidney disorders. Additionally, malnutrition may develop as EFAs are necessary for the proper break down of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Omega-3 fatty acids in particular are absolutely vital for proper brain, eye and heart health.

Aside from maintaining good health, omega-3 fatty acids in particular offer other health benefits. Omega-3’s have been found to have an anti-inflammatory effect, and may help those suffering from inflammatory diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other autoimmune disorders. Additionally, these fatty acids may help ward off mental disorders such as depression by supporting the brain, which is largely composed of fatty tissue. Studies are underway to investigate possible cancer fighting properties of omega-3 fatty acids.

Usage Indications

Typical American diets are usually lacking in omega-3 fatty acids and over abundant in omega-6 fatty acids (often found in packaged and processed foods). The optimal ratio of these nutrients is 1 to 5, respectively.

Good sources of omega-6’s: vegetable oils such as corn, sesame, soybean and sunflower, seeds, nuts, grains and leafy green vegetables.

Good sources s such as flaxseed, soybean, walnut, or canola, and liquid or soft margarine made from these oils, and coldwater fish (mackerel, salmon, tuna, etc.).