Evening primrose has a long history of being a cure-all herb. The oil made from the seed of the plant is high in the essential fatty acids gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid, both of which are Omega-6 fatty acids. These fatty acids are known for improving cardiovascular health, utilization of insulin, treating multiple sclerosis, infertility, premenstrual and menopausal disorders, and regulating moods. GLA forms part of the structural fats that comprise the brain, muscle, bone marrow, and cell membranes. The flowers bloom in the evening and night, closing up during the day.
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