Diabetes – Evening primrose contains concentrations of GLA – gamma linolenic acid. People with Type 1 and 2 diabetes may have problems that keep their body from producing this acid. Evening primrose oil can successfully reduce symptoms related to diabetic neuropathy, a problem caused by diabetes.
Arthritis – It was discovered that evening primrose oil works great in mix with fish oil, providing very positive effects on people who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. Because of this, it was made a study with 60 people who took fish oil in combination with evening primrose oil instead of their medications for arthritis. At the end was confirmed that they experienced amazing improvement.
Alcoholism – Do you have problems with alcohol? Try to solve them by taking evening primrose oil for about 4 grams per day. It is great as addition to detoxification program while also can help you to regenerate the damaged liver cells in your body.
Multiple Sclerosis – Aside gamma linolenic acid evening primrose also contains omega-6 fatty acids which is very beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis. In one study there were patients with multiple sclerosis who took 4 grams evening primrose oil per day for about three weeks. After this period the gripping function in their hands was significantly improved.
Heart Disease – Great for heart disease, obstructive pulmonary and atherosclerosis as well. Taking three to four grams of evening primrose oil per day will lower your cholesterol level, blood pressure, prevent heart attacks and protect you against coronary artery disease.